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Victoria Burnett
Victoria Burnett is a journalist based in Madrid, Spain.
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On May Day in Havana, a Nod to Capitalism
Hundreds of thousands of Cuban workers, including a small but growing number of private entrepreneurs, marched in Havana's Revolution Plaza on May Day, reflecting the country's shifting economic landscape. The presence of private business owners at the traditionally socialist event highlights the government's reliance on the private sector to absorb redundant state workers. Despite the slow growth of private enterprise and ongoing challenges, such as the lack of a wholesale market, the private sector is beginning to change the work culture in Cuba. The state and private sectors now compete and collaborate, with new economic freedoms altering the relationship between individuals and the state.
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Norma Costello
Norma Costello is a journalist based in Dublin, Ireland.
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Meet the Young British Socialists Fighting ISIS and Patriarchy with the Kurds
The Bob Crow Brigade, a group of young Western socialists, has joined the fight against ISIS in Rojava, Syria, as part of the International Freedom Battalion. Comprised of individuals from various countries, they are motivated by a desire for social change and gender equality. Despite warnings from the Home Office about the dangers and legal implications of traveling to war zones, members like Gary Oak are committed to their cause. The brigade is named after trade unionist Bob Crow, reflecting their belief in the power of ordinary people to effect change. They engage in daily routines of training and discussions on dismantling patriarchal attitudes, while also supporting international campaigns like Ireland's 'Repeal the 8th'.
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Khaled Diab
Khaled Diab is an award-winning freelance journalist, blogger and writer who is currently based in Belgium. He has previously been based in Tunis, Jerusalem, Brussels, Geneva and Cairo. Khaled writes for leading publications in Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Asia. He also ...
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My fellow Americans, socialism is not an insult
The article discusses the misconceptions and scare tactics surrounding socialism in the United States, particularly in the context of the 2020 presidential election. The author, an American living in Belgium, contrasts the benefits of European socialist policies, such as universal healthcare and free education, with the American system. The narrative criticizes the Republican Party's portrayal of socialism as a threat and highlights the improved quality of life in Europe due to these policies.
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Tom Fawthrop
Tom Fawthrop journalist aurhor & film-maker based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Previously based in Phnom Penh /Manila the Philippines. Covered many major events in Asia during last 40 years- Cambodia refugees 1979 Inside Phnom Penh 1981 rebirth from Year Zero. Phillippine protest revolt after ...
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Documentaries
Investigative Reporting
Jobs Completed 1
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The Island that Dared: Journeys in Cuba
Dervla Murphy's 'The Island that Dared: Journeys in Cuba' explores the complexities and contradictions of Cuban life, delving into its history, culture, and the impact of socialism. Through personal anecdotes and well-researched historical context, Murphy captures the essence of Cuba's defiance against American influence and its struggle to maintain an independent path amid global market pressures. The narrative highlights the challenges and resilience of the Cuban people, offering a nuanced perspective on the island's past and future.
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Eduard Freisler
Eduard Freisler is a Czech freelance journalist based in Caracas, Venezuela. Graduated in with a Bachelors degree in General Media from the Hunter College, New York City. Experienced at identifying and developing both mainstream and unusual viewpoints on stories involving peoples struggles for ...
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Super Moustache Overshadows Tropical Stalin: Ten Years of Maduro and the Decay of Venezuelan Paradise
The article reflects on the ten-year rule of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, highlighting the decay of the socialist paradise envisioned by Hugo Chávez. It discusses the reduction of anti-American propaganda and the shift towards an image of harmony under Maduro's leadership. Former Chávez cabinet member Carlos Molina criticizes Maduro for corruption, discrimination, and the influence of Communist Cuba, labeling him a murderer.
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Antonio García
Antonio García is a journalist based in La Crucecita, Mexico.
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RPDC addresses tasks and successes in its construction plans
Specialists, including designers and researchers, discussed the comprehensive progress of Korean-style socialism and Juche architecture from July 30 to August 2. The State Academy of Sciences, Urban Design Institute, and other institutions participated, sharing design experiences and successes, such as the green area project for 10,000 residential units in Hwasong. A video on construction trends in North Korea was also presented.
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Alan Greenblatt
Alan Greenblatt is a journalist based in St. Louis, United States of America.
Jobs Completed 1
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Marxism or Messaging? Lessons From Seattle's Socialist City Council Member
Kshama Sawant, a self-declared Marxist, retired from the Seattle City Council after a decade, highlighting the challenges Marxists face in American politics. Despite her influence and achievements, including pushing for a $15 minimum wage and pro-renter legislation, her reluctance to compromise often led to political setbacks. The article contrasts the presence of socialists and Marxists in U.S. politics with their representation in European democracies, noting the difficulties in achieving Marxist goals through local elections. Sawant's tenure exemplifies the tension between ideological purity and practical governance.
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Donaldson Gwenhure
Donaldson Gwenhure is a technology buff with a writer's heart, based in Zimbabwe.
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Real-Life lessons I learned while studying Ludwig Von Mises and Friedrich Hayek
The article discusses the practical lessons learned from Austrian economists Ludwig von Mises and Friedrich Hayek, emphasizing the importance of questioning authority, valuing experience, and understanding the bigger picture in economics. The author reflects on their own education in Banking and Finance, contrasting academic learning with real-world economic practice. The article critiques central planning and the Federal Reserve's role in the Great Depression, arguing that fiscal responsibility is crucial for future prosperity. It also touches on the impact of taxation and the need for financial literacy among taxpayers. The author highlights the significance of Hayek's 'The Road to Serfdom' in understanding the dangers of socialism and the value of free-market principles. The piece suggests that Hayek's ideas remain relevant and influential in shaping modern economic and political thought.
Sidi Haidara
Sidi Haidara is a journalist and fixer based in Bamako, Mali.
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Jobs Completed 3
Usually Responds Seldom
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The Inevitable Failure of Malian Socialism
The article critiques the socialist policies implemented in Mali under Moussa Traoré, highlighting their failure to address economic challenges and improve living conditions. It contrasts the inefficacy of socialism with the benefits of capitalism, citing improvements in Mali's economy following liberal reforms. The text underscores the importance of market incentives and private property rights, arguing that capitalism has played a crucial role in Mali's economic growth and intellectual renaissance.
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Julian Jackson
I am a professional writer, with over 10 years experience. My specialist areas are the environment, and visual arts, particularly photography and film. I also do business copywriting and news, for businesses in London both B2B and B2C. My work has been published in various environmental ...
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Michel Rocard obituary
Michel Rocard, a prominent French socialist politician, passed away at the age of 85. Known for his intellectual rigor and moral vision, Rocard was a key figure in post-war French socialism, often at odds with François Mitterrand. Despite his economic realism and efforts to modernize the Socialist Party, Rocard was frequently sidelined by Mitterrand. He served as Prime Minister from 1988 to 1991, achieving notable successes in social and economic reforms. After leaving French politics, he focused on his role in the European Parliament. Rocard is remembered as a visionary whose ideas were ahead of his time.
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Marc Martorell Junyent
Marc Martorell Junyent holds a Bachelor in International Relations and is a second-year student of a master in Comparative and Middle East Politics and Society at the University of Tübingen, Germany. His research and political analysis focuses on the Middle East and North Africa region, with ...
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Zionism helped 'redwash' the Palestinian Nakba
The article explores the complex relationship between socialist ideology and the Zionist settler-colonial project, focusing on the book 'Colonizing Palestine' by Areej Sabbagh-Khoury. It examines the interactions between the Socialist-Zionist movement Hashomer Hatzair and the indigenous Palestinian population in the Jezreel Valley. The narrative highlights the contradictions within Hashomer Hatzair, which advocated for bi-nationalism but also participated in the dispossession of Palestinian lands. The article delves into the historical context, land purchases, and the eventual expulsion of villagers in 1948, questioning whether socialist values can coexist with settler colonialism.
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Mary Mcauliffe
Multi-media reporter and news producer covering politics, conflict, and society in the Middle East and around the world. Visit my digital portfolio at **** to view a selection of my work.
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Between the Risings
The text argues that true Irish nationalism cannot be achieved without socialism. It criticizes the continued influence of English capitalists, landlords, and financiers in Ireland, even if the English army were removed. The author contends that without reorganizing society based on common property, nationalism would be a betrayal of freedom.
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Hannah Mccarthy
Hannah McCarthy is a journalist based in Beirut, Lebanon.
Spanish
Video Package (Web / Broadcast)
Fact Checking
Fact Checking
Jobs Completed 8
Job Success Rate 100%
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Socialism, Communism, Fascism — Civics 101: A Podcast
The podcast episode explores the ideologies of socialism, communism, and fascism, discussing their historical contexts, principles, and modern implications. Experts like Patrick McGovern and Susan Kang provide insights into how these ideologies function and their impact on society. The episode highlights the differences between these systems, particularly focusing on socialism's aim to equalize power, communism's goal to eliminate class distinctions, and fascism's authoritarian nationalism. The discussion also touches on the presence of socialist policies in the United States and the resurgence of fascist tendencies in modern politics.
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Joana Ramiro
Joana Ramiro is a freelance journalist based in London, United Kingdom.
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German
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Jobs Completed 3
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The Left Can Win in Portugal
The article examines the potential for left-wing parties to succeed in the upcoming Portuguese elections, focusing on the coalition known as geringonça between the Socialist Party (PS), the Communist Party (PCP), and the Left Bloc (BE). It highlights the historical context of socialism in Portugal, the achievements and criticisms of the PS-led government, and the challenges posed by neoliberal policies and right-wing populism. The article also discusses the role of key political figures and the impact of anti-austerity measures on Portuguese society.
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Laura Ruiz Trullols
Laura Ruiz Trullols is a journalist with experience in press, online media, radio and TV covering mainly social and political affairs. Born in Alella (Barcelona). Fluent in Catalan, Spanish, English, French, and conversational level in German.
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The Brief: a time-travel trip in a Trabant - 'Ostalgia' in Brussels
Thirty years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, discussions on the lessons from socialism continue. José Gonçalves, a Portuguese man in Brussels, highlights the sustainability of the Trabant, an iconic East German car, while Martin Schirdewan, a German MEP, emphasizes the need for a more social society. Meanwhile, three new candidates for the European Commission face hearings, and the EU's top court rules that products from Israeli settlements must be labeled, a decision welcomed by human rights groups but likely to anger Tel Aviv.
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Danielle Ryan
Danielle Ryan is a journalist based in Budapest, Hungary. Her work has appeared most recently in The Nation, Russia Direct, Salon, Rethinking Russia, teleSUR, RT, The BRICS Post and others.
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Forgotten history: Ireland's short-lived brush with Soviet socialism
In the aftermath of the Bolshevik Revolution, the Limerick Soviet emerged as a significant workers' movement in Ireland, inspired by global socialist sentiments. Triggered by the arrest and death of trade unionist Robert Byrne, the workers of Limerick established a soviet that controlled the city, rationed food, and maintained order. Despite initial success, the movement was short-lived due to pressure from the British government, the Catholic Church, and business owners. The article reflects on whether the Limerick Soviet could have led to a broader socialist revolution in Ireland, concluding that nationalism took precedence over socialism at the time.
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Thubten Samphel
Born in Tibet in 1956. Thubten Samphel attended schools and colleges in India. Graduated from the School of Journalism at Columbia University in 1989. Since then edited Tibetan Bulletin, the official English language publication of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA). Served as the information ...
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The Dalai Lama's China Experience and Its Impact
The Dalai Lama's interactions with Chinese communist leaders, including Mao Zedong, during his 1954-1955 visit to China, influenced his views on socialism and universal responsibility. Despite witnessing the destructive policies towards religion during the Cultural Revolution, the Dalai Lama maintained a vision of nonviolence and respect for nature, influenced by both Buddhist and communist ideals. His efforts to reach out to the Chinese people, particularly after the 2008 Tibetan uprisings, have garnered respect and support among Chinese netizens. The film 'The Dialogue' by Wang Lixiong, which features conversations between the Dalai Lama and Chinese citizens, reflects a growing acceptance of his message of reconciliation.
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Yoe Suárez
Yoe Suárez is a journalist based in Havana, Cuba.
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New Protests in Cuba against an Old and Destructive Socialist Tyranny
In March 2023, widespread protests erupted across Cuba, including in Bayamo and Santiago de Cuba, against the socialist government and its oppressive policies. Demonstrators, facing severe blackouts and shortages of food and medicine, called for freedom and the end of President Díaz-Canel's rule. The government responded with internet blackouts and arrests, but the protests highlighted growing discontent with the Communist Party of Cuba's rule. The article portrays the socialist regime as tyrannical and inhumane, emphasizing the people's enduring struggle for freedom.
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