Will there be a boom? Capitalism, cycles, and crises
James Kilby discusses why the capitalist economy is in crisis, and how the only way forward is a socialist revolution.
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Marx, Keynes, Hayek and the crisis of capitalism
There is a renewed interest today in the economic ideas of John Maynard Keynes, as governments across the world prop up the capitalist system with state spending. But only Marxism can explain the real cause of the crisis – and offer a way out.
The History of Philosophy: A Marxist Perspective – a reading guide
We present here a reading guide for Alan Woods’ The History of Philosophy: A Marxist Perspective, which can help you digest the many key insights from this unique text. The study questions at the end of each chapter can be used to stimulate discussion in reading groups.
Capitalist crisis, class struggle, and Marxism in Britain today
Rob Sewell outlines the perspectives for the labour movement, and the tasks for Marxists in Britain.
The Russian Revolution as never seen before: An eyewitness account
104 years ago, the Russian working class seized power. To celebrate the anniversary of these remarkable events, we are excited to publish the following eye-witness account of revolutionary Russia, including never-before-seen photographs.
Aberfan disaster: 55 years and still no justice
55 years ago today, the Welsh village of Aberfan was hit by an avalanche of mining waste. As with the Grenfell fire, warnings by local residents had been ignored by callous officials. The fight for justice is a fight against capitalism.
![When the communists ruled in Bavaria [from In Defence of Marxism 34]](https://communist.red/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Communists-in-Bavaria-podcast.jpg "When the communists ruled in Bavaria [from In Defence of Marxism 34]")
When the communists ruled in Bavaria [from In Defence of Marxism 34]
Florian Keller discusses the lessons of the Communist rule in Bavaria after the 1918 German Revolution.
Alan Woods on the History of Philosophy
In this talk, Alan Woods outlines the history of philosophical ideas, and how they have laid the basis for philosophy of Marxism – dialectical materialism.
40 years since the Irish hunger strikes: The struggle for a Socialist United Ireland continues
On this day 40 years ago, in the face of Tory intransigence, the hunger strike by Republican political prisoners in Ireland came to an end. Decades on, only revolutionary class struggle can provide a future free from oppression and sectarianism.
Why are they really banning us? | Socialist Appeal Labour Conference 2021 fringe meeting
Since Starmer has become Labour leader, he has undergone a witch-hunt against the left of the party, including Socialist Appeal, in an attempt to make the party a safe pair hands for capitalism. In this talk Rob Sewell, editor of Socialist Appeal, explains why Marxism can never eradicated from the Labour movement, and why we need to build a Marxist tendency that will represent Labour and youth.
Introduction to The History of Philosophy: A Marxist Perspective by Alan Woods
In this extract from Wellred’s upcoming title ‘The History of Philosophy: A Marxist Perspective’, Alan Woods explains why Marxists must study the history of philosophy, and the enormous debt that Marxism owes to earlier thinkers.
The ABCs of Marxist philosophy: New podcast out now!
Our latest educational series ‘The ABCs of Marxist philosophy’ is available now on podcast and YouTube. This unique resource is perfect for anyone who’s looking to get stuck into Marxist theory. Start listening and watching today!