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Imperialism in West Africa: Oppose war and capitalism!
Over the past three years a wave of military coups has hit the Sahel, the region where the southern boundary of the Sahara gives way to sub-Saharan Africa. These coups have occurred in former colonies of France such as Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Chad, and more recently Niger. Gabon in Central Africa has now also followed suit.
Transphobia in Sport: Right-Wing Myths Cover Up Chronic Underfunding
The far-right claims they want to protect women’s sports by excluding transgender people. In reality, various sports federations, and far-right politicians, are trying to divert attention from the huge deficits and disinvestment in women’s sport. At the same time, they hope to score political points on the back of one of society’s most vulnerable groups.
Poland: Half a million protesters take to the streets of Warsaw
Half a million protesters took to the streets on 4 June against the right-wing Law and Justice (PiS) government in what is claimed to be the biggest demonstration in Poland since the collapse of Stalinism in 1989.
The Enormous Potential of Cornel West’s Independent Campaign for President
On June 5, activist and professor Cornel West declared an independent left challenge for the US presidency in 2024. His announcement has already drawn widespread media coverage and his campaign launch video has been viewed 19 million times.
Who Are Our Allies in the Anti-War Movement?
The mass demonstrations at the beginning of the Russian invasion with hundreds of thousands at anti-war demonstrations worldwide were a great show of solidarity with the people of Ukraine attacked in a brutal invasion.
Hyper exploitation and profiteering – the reality of “fast fashion”
The topic of Fast Fashion, which is linked to the exploitation of workers and environmental damage, is a subject frequently discussed among young people. However, can the Fast Fashion model be eradicated within the framework of capitalism? Saana Taussi delves into the unsavoury aspects of the fashion industry - characterized by misogyny, exploitation, and ecological destruction.
COP 27: Capitalism Wants Profits Before a Livable Planet
By Bill Hopwood The deadly, and frightening, impacts of mounting climate change are clear for all to see.…
Brazil Elections: Bolsonaro Defeated!
Mobilize the working class to ensure Lula’s inauguration and win conquests and rights! Statement by Liberdade, Socialismo e…
Iran:Justice for Zhina (Mahsa) Amini! Down with the Islamic Regime
(Statement by International Socialist Alternative and ROSA International) The killing of Zhina (Mahsa) Amini, a young Kurdish woman,…