“Why has there not been a revolution?” – The need for revolutionary leadership
So-called left activists, even some self-described Marxists, often exclaim with despair and frustration: “look at how terrible things are, why…
Category: Marxism Basics
Why we are Marxists
Capitalism is in its deepest crisis in its history. It is an economic, social and political crisis, which is now…
What is historical materialism?
This work by Alan Woods, provides a comprehensive explanation of the Marxist method of analysing history. This first part establishes…
What will socialism look like?
Today, we find ourselves in the midst of one of the deepest crises capitalism has ever faced. While the 99%…
The ideas of Karl Marx
It is 130 years since the death of Karl Marx. But why should we commemorate a man who died in…
Marxism and the State
The question of the State in capitalist society is of key importance for Marxists. We do not see it as…