Bill Gates Won’t Save Us
When it comes to green technology, only the state can do what Silicon Valley cannot.
21041 Article(s) by: Abigail Torre
Abigail Torre grew up in Chile and now lives in Berkeley, California where she is cochair of the East Bay chapter of Democratic Socialists of America.
Within and Against Capitalism
Our new edition is about climate change, but climate change isn’t just an issue to talk about every few years.
The Last Stimulus
We shouldn’t ask whether we must get out of capitalism so that humans can survive. We must ask how and when.
Green Islands
When eco-socialism in one city becomes a gated community.
By Any Means Necessary
We need a comprehensive vision of ecological reconstruction — and that means having geoengineering as part of our vision.
Nightmares Must Be Told
For twenty-five years, survivors of Japanese military sexual slavery have demanded a reckoning.
No More Charlottesvilles
The most important struggle in the US today is stopping the growth of the racist right-wing.
Burying the Lie of the “Alt-Left”
It’s time to stop pretending that the same people fighting white supremacists are somehow exactly like them.
Remembering The Battle of Lewisham
40 years ago today British fascism suffered its most humiliating defeat since Cable Street.
One Has to Take Sides
“Many sides” aren’t promoting racism and hatred. One side is. And ours is committed to stopping them.
Making Politics Possible Again
Poland’s recent uprising against an increasingly authoritarian government offers the opportunity for its left to reassert itself.
Knock the Hustle
Jay-Z’s Tidal streaming service is just another “sharing economy” scam.
Learjet Liberalism
Advocates for climate action should stop defending the rich.
Between Judges and Generals
The ouster of Pakistani prime minister Nawaz Sharif is yet another example of the judiciary’s selectiveness and the military’s undue influence.
Averting Annihilation
To prevent nuclear catastrophe, we must stand in solidarity with ordinary people across the Korean peninsula.
The Forgotten World of Communist Bookstores
Communist bookstores were one of the most important public spaces for radicals in twentieth century America.
Power to Truth
From independent journalists to big outlets, press freedom is under attack in Israel.
“She Battled the Capitalists Tooth and Nail”
Labor organizer Ella Reeve Bloor died on this day in 1951. Her life stands as a signpost for all radicals.
Medicare for All Should Be a Litmus Test
Don’t believe the critics. Medicare for All is the most realistic way to win universal, equitable health care.
The Two Faces of Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris has matched every one of her progressive achievements with conservative ones.