income inequality
World Events
Finland’s Basic Income Experiment: A Step Backward Disguised as Progress
Around the world there is increasing interest in the idea of a universal basic...
Theory
The Case for Socialism
Seemingly out of nowhere, over the last few years, socialist ideas swept in from...
World Events
Corbyn Challenge in Britain — A Very Welcome Political Upheaval
As the Labour Party prepares to send out ballots for its leadership contest, The Socialist asked Judy Beishon some questions on the Socialist Party’s view of Jeremy Corbyn’s challenge so far.
Uncategorized
$15 Moves to Center Stage of U.S. Politics
The demand for a $15 minimum wage continues to surge forward as a concrete answer to one of the central issues driving U.S. politics – income inequality.
Uncategorized
2016 Presidential Campaign Underway
American Politics in Flux: A Socialist Analysis -- In an increasing wave of social struggle we can see the outlines of new emerging movement of the left in the US.
US Politics
Explosive Contradictions Reshaping U.S. Politics
American society today is in a state of simmering discontent. Space is growing for a fightback in workplaces, on the streets, and at the ballot box.
Socialist Alternative In Action
Kshama Sawant: Why I Voted No On A Business-As-Usual Budget
On Friday, November 14th, the Seattle City Council introduced amendments to the Mayor’s 2015-2016...
Economy
Seattle Mayor’s Business-as-Usual Budget Fails the 99%
We Need a People’s Budget that Funds Human Services, Affordable Housing, and Public Transit
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