Europe: The final countdown?
In our latest episode of Marxist Voice, we’re joined by Josh Holroyd – of the Socialist Appeal editorial board – to discuss the national tensions that are rising between the different European Union member states.
From Corbyn to Starmer: How did we get here – and where next?
Only two days into his leadership, and the establishment are already demanding that Keir Starmer prove his credentials by marching to their tune. But the Labour right wing will have a hard time reversing the gains of the Corbyn movement.
The case of a Hermes worker: bogus self-employment can kill
Thousands have been forced into the so-called ‘gig economy’ in recent years in order to make ends meet. But these workers have no access to basic rights such as sick pay. They face a deadly choice between infection and not eating.
Starmer victory – prepare for battle
Keir Starmer has won the Labour leadership contest. His Blairite backers are already baying for blood, calling for the Corbyn movement to be purged from the party. The left must rally around socialist policies and prepare to fight back.
ASOS workers fight back – close down all non-essential workplaces!
Online clothes retailer ASOS has hit the news this week, after warehouse workers walked out in protest against unsafe conditions. Once again, we see the bosses putting profits before lives. The only solution is to put workers in control.
Marxism, Keynesianism, and the crisis of capitalism
Governments everywhere are pumping money into the world economy to keep it on life support. Subscribers to Keynesian economic ideas – of government stimulus and demand-side management – feel vindicated. But only Marxism offers a solution.
Tory economic measures leave workers in the lurch
There has been a great deal of fanfare about the government’s pledges to protect workers and small businesses through this crisis. But, in reality, ordinary people have been left high-and-dry. We must make the bosses pay.
NHS workers placed in the firing line by Tory cuts and privatisation
Faced with shortages of vital equipment and a lack of testing, heroic staff in the NHS are risking their lives in the battle against the covid-19 pandemic. To save our NHS, we must reverse the cuts and privatisation.
Films to watch in quarantine – a Marxist guide, part one
For many trapped at home, quarantine is an opportunity to broaden horizons. We publish here a list of some of the best political films to occupy the time during the lockdown.
Europe paralysed amidst mutual recriminations
The coronavirus crisis has brought the national tensions within the European Union to the fore, leading to a sharp conflict between the northern and southern European member states over spending. The European project is facing its demise.
Them and us: rich vs. poor during the COVID-19 pandemic
We are told: “The virus does not discriminate – rich and poor alike, we are all in this together.” However, the reality is that the privileged elite, who enjoy relative safety, expect the workers to risk infection to keep profits rolling in.
Renationalise Royal Mail! Put posties in control to fight the pandemic!
Postal workers have hit pause on their strike action over job cuts and conditions. Instead, they have called for Royal Mail to be transformed into an emergency service to aid the vulnerable. This requires public ownership and workers’ control.