Revolution and civil war in Ireland
Shaun Morris discusses the Civil War in Ireland, and the continuing struggle for a socialist united Ireland today.
International
Mass protests: Where is China going?
Daniel Morley outlines the Marxist perspective for the class struggle in China.
Ireland: Republicanism and Revolution – “The rich always betray the poor”
Last Saturday saw the official launch of a new edition of Alan Woods’ ‘Ireland: Republicanism and Revolution’. At this inspiring event, and in the article below, Ben Curry discussed the key lessons contained within this important book.
China: Anti-lockdown protests light powder keg of fury
The last week has seen mass protests erupting across China, as anger against harsh lockdown measures explodes onto the streets. Workers and youth should have no trust in the liberals, but must wage a revolutionary struggle against the regime.
Liberal democracy: Fighting back or fracturing?
As 2022 draws to a close, the western establishment is celebrating the triumph of their liberal champions over reactionary demagogues such as Le Pen and Bolsonaro. In reality, their system is in terminal decline. We must fight for revolution.
Qatar World Cup: Sportwashing and hypocrisy
This year’s football World Cup has opened to commotion and uproar, with FIFA bosses and tournament host Qatar facing criticisms of corruption and repression. Capitalism has sullied the beautiful game. We must kick out the fat-cats and profiteers.
The deadly Russian missile that never was
The western propaganda machine has again gone into overdrive, creating a furore over a supposed Russian attack on Poland. Despite Ukraine’s desires, Washington has no interest in all-out war with Russia, but is instead prolonging the conflict.
War and revolution: a world on the brink
Alan Woods outlines a Marxist perspective of the current world situation.
The fall of Kherson: What does it mean for the Ukraine war?
The western press has celebrated Russia’s retreat from Kherson in Ukraine. But this withdrawal does not represent a decisive defeat for Putin. The outcome of the war still hangs in the balance, as economic, social, and political tensions mount.
US Midterms: Turmoil, polarisation, and the need for a workers’ alternative
The latest midterm elections in the USA have yielded further political polarisation and paralysis. The Republicans are split, while the Democrats have nothing to offer the working class. Instability, crises, and social explosions lie ahead.
Mass Movement In Iran: What way forward?
Esaias Yavari discusses the movement of the Iranian masses and what route they must take in order to succeed.
Arms to Ukraine? To those abusing Trotsky’s words: “Learn to think!”
Some ‘lefts’ have thrown their weight behind western imperialism, joining the chauvinistic chorus which demands that more weapons be sent to support Ukraine. Scandalously, these muddleheads justify their position by quoting Trotsky.