The monarchy: A weapon of the ruling class
In this episode of Marxist Voice, Jack Tye Wilson explains the role of the monarchy from a Marxist perspective, pointing out its key role as a reserve weapon to be deployed in defence of capitalism.
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Review: ‘Hot Off The Griddle’ – Portraits from a partisan of the oppressed
A major exhibition of self-proclaimed communist artist Alice Neel is currently on show at the Barbican Centre in London. Neel’s politically conscious portraits brilliantly bring to life the hidden history of the American working class and oppressed.
Creeping mysticism: The philosophical crisis in modern science
In this podcast, Ben Curry mounts a defence of materialism: against idealist interpretations of quantum mechanics, mystical theories of consciousness, Big Bang creationism, and many other examples of mysticism.
Alienation and society – New ‘In Defence of Marxism’ out now!
We publish here the editorial by Alan Woods from the latest issue of the International Marxist Tendency’s quarterly theoretical journal, ‘In Defence of Marxism’. Subscribe today to get your copy of this vital weapon of Marxist theory.
The menace of inflation: Where it comes from and how to fight it
In this episode of Marxist Voice, Adam Booth explains the real causes behind inflation – from the reckless Keynesian policies of the ruling class, to the anarchy and chaos of capitalism – and presents a revolutionary alternative to the crisis of capitalism.
The Pentagon leaks: Utter humiliation for US imperialism
A leak of confidential material from the Pentagon, first shared by a group of video gamers, has caused embarrassment for Washington. These latest revelations once again expose the hypocrisy and cynical motivations of western imperialism.
Demagogues and dictators: What is Bonapartism?
From Xi Jinping to Putin, to Stalin and Hitler, strong-men and dictators appear throughout history. In this episode of Marxist Voice, Ben Gliniecki explains the Marxist concept of Bonapartism, and its relevance in understanding political regimes today.
Why Marxists oppose NATO
This week marks the 74th anniversary of the founding of NATO. In this talk, Lotta Angantyr explains the real role and history of this tool of Western imperialism, and why Marxists are irreconcilably opposed to NATO.
Women, the family, and the Russian Revolution
A new release from Wellred Books looks at the gains made by-and-for women thanks to the Bolshevik Revolution. Natasha Sorrell provides a valuable summary of this process, discussing how communists can fight for the emancipation of women today.
The death of Stalin – and the disaster of Stalinism
Yesterday marked 70 years since the death of Stalin. In recognition of this anniversary, Keelan Kellegher discusses why the Russian Revolution degenerated, the role of the Stalinist bureaucracy, and the reactionary legacy it left behind.
Sovereignty and independence: The national question in Ukraine
In this discussion, Jorge Martin discusses the war in Ukraine and how it connects to the national question.
Review: ¡GarcÃa! – Is fascism defrosting?
Recent TV thriller series ¡GarcÃa!, available on HBO, explores Spain’s dark fascist past. But the show’s political message is confused from start to end. Only the revolutionary struggle of workers and youth can bury Francoism one and for all.