Divide and Rule: Gentrification of Philly’s Chinatown

The billionaire owners of the Philadelphia 76ers are pushing a new arena which would devour Chinatown. In the face of widespread opposition, the capitalists are leaning on poisonous identity politics to divide the working class.

Women’s Oppression and Prostitution: A Marxist Perspective

Prostitution is one of the component parts of the oppression that women suffer in class societies. Until capitalism is overthrown, no choice will be truly free, and the oppression of women—in all its forms—will never […]

Identity Politics: The Ruling Class’s Favored Weapon against the Left

Promoted by some activists as a means of combating oppression, identity politics is increasingly being used by the establishment to attack the left and the labor movement. Workers and youth must fight back with revolutionary […]

[Video] Class War vs. Culture War | NYC Marxist School 2022

In this talk from the 2022 NYC Marxist School, Laura Brown gives a Marxist analysis of the so-called “culture war,” and provides a class-struggle perspective for the fight to end oppression.

[Audio] Class War vs. Culture War | NYC Marxist School 2022

In this talk from the 2022 NYC Marxist School, Laura Brown gives a Marxist analysis of the so-called “culture war,” and provides a class-struggle perspective for the fight to end oppression.

Italy: The Streets Belong to Everyone! For a Broad, Democratic Movement!

Comrades of the IMT in Italy were attacked by right wingers and supporters of identity politics for raising slogans against Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at a women’s demonstration.

Italy: IMT Comrades Attacked after Women’s Protest in Rome

Following a national demonstration in Rome, comrades of the IMT in Italy have come under attack in the capitalist media and by self-described activists for women’s rights.

Kanye and the Culture War: How Do Marxists Fight Antisemitism?

Recently in LA, a fascist group dropped a banner over a freeway that read: “Kanye is right.” How can we explain the recent rise in antisemitism, and what should the response of Marxists be?

Divide and Rule: Racism and Identity Politics on the L.A. City Council

Recent comments by Los Angeles City Councilors starkly revealed the racist underbelly of American politics and the reactionary role played by identity politics.

Is the US Headed for Another Civil War?

It is self-evident that the US is gripped by intense polarization and discontent. But does this really mean we are doomed to a helpless descent into sporadic violence?

Marxism and the Right-Wing Frenzy Over “Critical Race Theory”

The “Critical Race Theory” debate sweeping cable networks is a calculated response to the largest mass movement in US history. Where do Marxists stand?