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The article analyzes the complex political and economic situation in New Caledonia, a French colony in the Pacific. Recent all-party discussions about the island’s future are taking place against a backdrop of deep-seated social and economic issues that threaten to reignite the crisis that has gripped the territory. The Noumea Accord, which previously governed theContinue reading “New Caledonia: Minister’s Return”

The article reports on the renewed push for the federal death penalty under the Trump administration, using the case of Thomas Mangione, convicted of a brutal murder, as a focal point. The administration is seizing upon this case to exemplify the need for capital punishment, following President Trump’s executive order aimed at “Restoring the DeathContinue reading “Mangione: Death Sentence Sought”

The Labour government in the UK has significantly increased its investment in army recruitment, nearly doubling the budget for recruitment campaigns this year to £17.2 million. This increase reflects a broader strategy to bolster the armed forces’ recruitment efforts. Furthermore, the government is allocating £1.3 billion to establish a new Armed Forces Recruitment Service, scheduledContinue reading “Labour’s Rich Man’s War”

Across Asia-Pacific, a wave of worker unrest is unfolding, driven by issues of low pay, unpaid wages, and poor working conditions. In Kerala, India, Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers are in their eighth week of strike, demanding better wages and working conditions. Their prolonged action highlights the persistent struggle for basic rights within India’sContinue reading “Labor’s Reach: Asia-Pacific”

A recent conference and series of reports highlighted a deepening crisis in public education, characterized by systemic issues and escalating assaults on both educators and the principles of democratic education. These discussions centered on the imperative for teachers and educational workers to organize independently, outside of established unions and political frameworks deemed insufficient to addressContinue reading “Education Under Attack”

The article analyzes the tentative agreement reached between the University of California (UC) and the United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 4811, representing 48,000 academic workers. It argues that the agreement, presented as a victory by the UAW, actually falls short of addressing the core demands of the workers, particularly regarding cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) and protectionContinue reading “Strike at UC Workers’ Uprising”

The article discusses the evolving political landscape of the 2025 New York City mayoral race following Mayor Eric Adams’ announcement that he will seek re-election. This decision, while anticipated, significantly reshapes the dynamics of the race. The article highlights potential challengers to Adams, including progressive figures and those who represent discontent with his current administration.Continue reading “Adams’ Indie Run”

The article argues that the Trump administration is deliberately moving towards establishing a dictatorship in the United States. It points to the escalating attacks on democratic norms and institutions, specifically highlighting Trump’s rhetoric questioning the legitimacy of elections and his actions challenging the outcome of the 2020 presidential election. The article emphasizes that these actionsContinue reading “Class War: Stop Trump, Build Socialism”

The Socialist Equality Party (SEP) is intervening in the upcoming elections with a specific goal: to educate and mobilize the working class as an independent political force. They are explicitly positioning themselves against all capitalist parties and their associated political figures. The SEP’s campaign is rooted in a socialist and internationalist program. They argue thatContinue reading “Sri Lanka Poll Rallies”

The World Socialist Web Site (WSWS) article criticizes Jacobin magazine for its coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, specifically accusing it of echoing the pro-Israel stance of the Netanyahu government and the Biden and Trump administrations. The WSWS argues that Jacobin frames Israel’s military actions in Gaza as a justifiable “response” to Palestinian resistance, a narrativeContinue reading “From Resistance to Ruin: Jacobin’s Gaza Narrative”