Reading Paine From the Left
Though embraced by the likes of Glenn Beck, Thomas Paine was the American Revolution’s most radical figure.
19403 Articles by: Elizabeth Mahony
Syriza on a Tightrope
Syriza remains popular with the Greek public. But the strategies developed over the next four months will determine the party’s future.
What’s Next After “Right to Work”?
“Right to work” is about to spread to Wisconsin. But with patient organizing, the Left can still respond.
It’s Not Just the Drug War
Progressive narratives about what’s driving mass incarceration don’t quite add up.
Enemies in Blue
The recent police killing of a homeless man in Los Angeles shows how the capitalist state treats the marginalized.
The Teacher Wars
Dana Goldstein’s new history of American teaching is superb. But she’s much too easy on the “reformers” undermining public education.
Counting on Billionaires
Philanthrocapitalists like George Soros want us to believe they can remedy the economic misery that they themselves create.
Communists for Austerity
In criticizing capitalism for mass consumption instead of exploitation, The Americans uses Soviet characters to valorize austerity.
Goodbye, Mr. Spock
Leonard Nimoy’s passing reminds us of the spirit of wonder and discovery represented by Spock and the Star Trek series.
Nicholas Kristof Saves the World
In his new project, Nicholas Kristof argues that hope, not politics, can solve poverty.
Syriza and the Radical Break
Syriza’s leadership is operating under difficult conditions. How should we interpret its actions, and what would an alternative look like?
Ending the Creditor’s Paradise
What would you tell six hundred leading German social democrats about their party’s handling of the Eurocrisis?
Beyond the Swedish Model
Sweden shows the promise and limits of the welfare state.
The Reality of Retreat
Syriza’s deal with Greece’s creditors hasn’t bought more time or avoided austerity. It’s demobilized Greek workers.
Nawaz Sharif’s Endless War
Support for Pakistan’s counterterrorism campaign is widespread. But it is waged largely against the poor and disenfranchised.
Golden Dawn and the “Dark Forces”
As it tries to subdue Greece’s oligarchs, Syriza also must rein in the police.
The Alternative in Greece
The negotiation strategy of Syriza’s leadership failed. But it’s not too late to avert total defeat.
Video: The School Closure Playbook
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is up for reelection tomorrow, promising to continue his campaign against public education in the city.
The Eurozone Debate
Syriza is divided over whether Greece should leave the eurozone — and at what cost.
A Different Kind of State
Leo Panitch on Syriza, party building, and how socialists should approach state power.