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Prince Andrew’s interview has been criticised by the establishment for pulling back the curtain to reveal the corrupt and abusive behaviour of the rich and powerful. Until we overthrow this degenerate ruling class, such abuse will continue.
Last election Labour made significant gains in London. This time, there are a number of marginals that Labour can win. Labour activists, and Socialist Appeal supporters, have been mobilising to fight for a socialist Labour government.
Last week saw widespread flooding in South Yorkshire and Derbyshire. Johnson showed up late for a photo opportunity and was met with hostility. This event shows the contempt held by the Tories towards the working class.
In 2017, Boris Johnson’s majority in Uxbridge and South Ruislip was halved. In this election, he could become the first sitting PM to lose his seat. Labour activists and the Brunel Marxist society are fighting to make this happen.
The Tories have made a shambolic start to their election campaign. The contempt shown to the victims of Grenfell and of the recent floods, the widespread racism and the string of lies and fabrications have shown them for who they are.
Latin America has been shaken by tumultuous events. Mass uprisings have erupted against austerity and oppression. However, the forces of reaction are organising in response. These must be fought with revolutionary means.
Royal Mail bosses have successfully blocked the threat of strike action through the courts. This overturns the massive vote for striking by CWU members. A militant and immediate response from across the labour movement is now needed.
Strike action by McDonald’s workers against against low pay and insecure conditions is spreading. The latest action yesterday saw workers from six London outlets out on the picket lines. Solidarity with the McStrikers!
In exactly one month’s time, voters will go to the polls. As Labour’s campaign grows and gains, the Tories are going into full panic mode. Keep up the pressure! Fight the Johnson-Farage alliance with bold socialist policies!
Over 87% of British rail trains are owned by just three companies – the ROSCOs – which operate as a cartel monopoly. Profits have risen in the last few years whilst costs are passed on to the state and passengers. We need workers’ ownership.
In 2017, the youth vote was central to Labour’s resurgence and could be vital to securing a Labour victory. Within 48 hours of the general election being called, 316,267 people registered to vote, 65% aged 34 or under. Youthquake 2.0 is on its way.