Writings on the “putsch”
by Aaron Amaral and Scott McLemee
Aaron Amaral and Scott McLemee provide a digest, with links and excerpts, of some of the best of the recent commentary about the events at the U.S. capitol on January 6, 2021.
Understanding unions in the United States
A primer on labor law and history
by Andy SernatingerAndrew Sernatinger describes the basics of labor law and obstacles for labor organizing in the United States.
Meet the new boss
Does Biden’s education secretary pick indicate a new phase of education reform policy?
by Eric Maroney & Jay PoppaEric Maroney and Jay Poppa, provide a background to Biden’s nominee for Education Secretary, Miguel Cardona, and insight into what education activists might expect over his administration.
How rock became white – part 3
Whitewashing the history of Classic Rock
by Geoff BaileyIn the final of a three-part series, Geoff Bailey, looks at the racial politics of rock and roll in the creation of “Classic Rock”, and how they inform a critique of the concept of cultural appropriation.
A revolution in permanence
Algeria’s Hirak and the anti-colonial fight
by Sam SalourSam Salour summarizes an important new book that maps the recent uprisings in North Africa and West Asia.
The First Decade of the Arab Revolutionary Process
by Gilbert Achcar
Gilbert Achcar reflects on the tenth anniversary of the start of the Arab Spring, its lessons, and the ongoing process which continues to this day.
Foundations of a DSA labor strategy
by Hakan Yilmaz
Hakan Yilmaz proposes an industrial organizing strategy for the Democratic Socialists of America.
Socialist perspectives on 2021
Eight red takes for Biden year one
by TempestEight socialist groups offer a summary statement of their political perspectives heading into 2021.
The empire strikes back
Joe Biden’s plan to restore U.S. hegemony
by Ashley SmithAshley Smith previews Biden’s foreign policy, arguing that what is coming is not simply a return to Obama-era multilateralism, but an attempt to deepen Trump’s focus on the great power rivalries, especially with China.
Anti-abortion politics are far right politics
by Megan Lessard
Megan Lessard describes the history of the anti-abortion movement in the U.S. and explains that it is an important part of the growing threat posed by the far right.