Capitalism’s Failures Have Millennials Reconsidering Communism

Ilana Novick / Truthdig Dec 30, 2019 A new survey finds 70% would likely vote for a socialist candidate, with 38% saying they now approve of communism—up from 28% in 2018. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Bernie Sanders’ Stance on Bolivia Matters

Jacob Sugarman / Truthdig Nov 18, 2019 Any party even nominally opposed to imperialism should be able to identify a coup as such. It's a test Democrats have failed miserably. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

The Bolivian Coup Comes Down to One Precious Mineral

Vijay Prashad / Independent Media Institute Nov 13, 2019 To understand President Evo Morales' overthrow, one need only look at who stands to control the country's lucrative lithium reserves. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Election in Spain Only Deepens Political Uncertainty

BARRY HATTON and CIARÁN GILES / The Associated Press Nov 11, 2019 No clear mandate in Sunday vote raises the prospect of a fifth vote in as many years. Far-right party's surge in support is an added worry. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

No, Warren and Sanders Are Not the Same

Sonali Kolhatkar / Truthdig Oct 16, 2019 While it’s huge for the left that two strong progressives are among the Democratic frontrunners, there are major differences between them. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Sanders Distinguishes Himself From Warren in No Uncertain Terms

Jessica Corbett / Common Dreams Oct 14, 2019 In an interview with ABC, the Vermont senator says, "Elizabeth ... has said that she is a capitalist through her bones. I’m not.” Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Ralph Nader: Trump Learned His Tricks From Corporate America

Ralph Nader / Common Dreams Sep 13, 2019 If the advertising industry has taught the president anything, it's that puffery pays huge monetary rewards and goes virtually unpunished. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

No One Is More Afraid of Socialism Than Donald Trump

Jake Johnson / Common Dreams Sep 9, 2019 Behind closed doors, the president admits that Bernie Sanders and his populist brand politics could be difficult to defeat in 2020. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

The World According to George Galloway

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Aug 19, 2019 The outspoken socialist and icon of the British left looks at Boris Johnson, Trump, Brexit, Islamophobia, political chaos and more. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )

The Dilemma of Vladimir Lenin

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Jul 1, 2019 His contrasting roles as revolutionary tactician and dictator offer lessons for a U.S. society under the heel of capitalist greed. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )

Robert Reich: The Majority of Americans Are ‘Radicals’

Robert Reich / Truthdig Jun 23, 2019 Fox News and Republicans label proposals they disagree with “radical,” or “socialist.”  But where do the American actually people stand? Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Bernie Sanders’ Radical New Proposal Could Transform America

Marjorie Cohn / Truthout Jun 16, 2019 The presidential hopeful takes a page from FDR's book to propose an economic bill of rights that could drastically improve Americans' lives. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )