In June last year a unanimous decision was made by the Victorian Socialists’ conference to establish a nationwide organisation known as the Socialist Party. The enthusiastic welcome that this new party has received has exceeded many expectations.
In an interview with Marxist Left Review, Anderson Bean, provides an account of recent Venezuelan politics that cuts against both the lies of the US government and the uncritical approach of sections of the international socialist left.
Clara da Costa-Reidel reviews a two volume book series on the evolution of Chilean politics after the vicious coup of 1973.
Long time socialist and radical anti-Zionist Janey Stone reviews a new book on Jewish anti-Zionism but finds it disappointing.
Owen Marsden-Readford reviews a new book on revolutionary movements in Poland, South Africa, Iran and Brazil in the late 20th century.
Mick Armstrong examines the record of the left in relation to national liberation struggles, showing how the class-collaborationist politics of nationalism and Stalinism have betrayed colonised peoples, and been an obstacle in the struggle for Palestinian liberation.
Vashti Fox looks at the history and deeply flawed politics of the Palestinian left, in particular the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, and argues that a new revolutionary left needs to be built across the region.
Emma Norton argues that sex work, far from being “empowering”, or “just a job like any other”, is a manifestation of women’s oppression that reinforces sexist stereotypes and the sexual objectification of women.
Jasmine Duff reviews a book on the history of the police, a violent instrument of class rule whose purpose is to discipline the working class.
Omar Hassan reviews the international movement in solidarity with Palestine and discusses some of the political debates it has generated.
Joel Geier revisits the inspiring revolution that took place in Portugal 50 years ago, toppling a fascist regime, but ultimately missing an opportunity to progress to workers’ power and socialism. His eye-witness account provides valuable insights into the strengths and weaknesses of the r...
