The liberation of Homs: another nail in the coffin for the West’s proxy war

Imperialism is doomed to defeat, but is nevertheless doing all in its power to prolong the agony of the Syrian masses.

Thailand’s twelfth military coup

Democracy is meaningless when its outcome doesn't suit the ruling class.

Sinn Féin advances north and south

In attempting to frame Gerry Adams the British state has picked up a rock only to drop it on its own feet.

Red Salute to Comrade Khwezi Kadalie

A principled and dedicated Marxist, a brave freedom fighter, an unshakeable proletarian internationalist and a beloved comrade.

Farewell to Comrade George Bennett, 1923-2014

A much-loved fighter for the working class.

Industry matters: Labour a party of austerity

Industry matters around the world: USA teamsters fight leaders as well as UPS bosses

Theatre: Good People

Before you can fight, you need to know who your enemy is.

Criminalising the poor

New benefit rules seek to humiliate and punish the unemployed for the failings of the system.

No cure for the intractable social problems and human misery created by capitalism

A social worker reflects on the difficulty and frustration of their job under capitalism and on the need to fight for the alternative.

‘Workers are the gunpowder, education is the spark’

A former political prisoner explains the government’s motivations for bringing in a ban that prevents prisoners receiving books from outside.

Quantitative easing described as ‘Robin Hood tax in reverse’

The rich keep the money, the poor meet the bill.

Rich List 2014: Poor man’s poison is a rich man’s meat

This year’s Rich List has provided a perfect illustration of what is wrong with our society, as austerity for the many has led to fantastic enrichment for the few.

Brazil 2014 – the people’s World Cup

Communists utilise international spectaculars for sustainable development and to advance the struggle.

Why do we write for the workers’ press?

The RCG cries foul – and misses the point completely.