Ireland’s Historic Opportunity
After decades of right-wing domination, February's general election could be a watershed moment in Irish politics – if the country's Left can unite against Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.
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Italian Fascism Never Went Away
In 'Mussolini's Grandchildren: Fascism in Contemporary Italy,' David Broder provides an incisive account of how the Italian far-right reconstructed itself following its defeat in World War II and paved the way for Il Duce's political heirs to take power.
France’s Rightward Drift
Next year's French presidential election looks set to be dominated by Macron and Le Pen, with the Left struggling in the polls – but recent moves towards unity suggest a more progressive path forward might be possible.
The New Authoritarianism
In a string of recent legislation, the Tories have mounted the most dangerous campaign to undermine civil liberties in a generation – with the hope of building a society where power can act with impunity.
Coronavirus Is the End of the End of History
The coronavirus crisis, and its accompanying recession, will bring about a new political and economic order – but it remains to be seen whether the Left can rise to the historical moment.
The Meaning of Sinn Féin’s Breakthrough
Last weekend, Sinn Féin achieved a historic breakthrough in the Irish elections – one of the party's organisers writes for Tribune about what it means in terms of political and economic realignment on the island.
The Kids Are Not Alright
From monarchism to eco-fascism, internet subcultures have given rise to a new generation of ‘e-deologies’. But what — if anything — do these online movements hold for the future of the Right?
When Britain’s Trade Unions Fought Fascism
In 1970s Britain, trade unions responded to the growth of the National Front by mobilising on the streets — a lesson today's workers' movement must rediscover to defeat a new fascist threat.
Portugal’s Carnation Revolution
On this day in 1974 a mutiny in the Portuguese army put an end to the country's dictatorship. The revolution which followed brought down an empire and showed how working people could take control of society.
The Starmer Narrative
Keir Starmer's campaign rests on the idea that Labour lost in December because it didn't have a polished leader who could play the Westminster game effectively - if he wins on this basis, the lurch to the Right will be swift.
Poland’s Historic Fight for Abortion Rights
This week Poland banned abortion after its government stacked the courts with right-wing ideologues. But they didn't count on women fighting back – and now face a historic wave of protest.
Portugal’s Carnation Revolution
On this day in 1974 a mutiny in the Portuguese army put an end to the country's dictatorship. The revolution which followed brought down an empire and showed how working people could take control of society.
The Anti-Anti-Apartheid Movement
Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s embrace of far-right myths about South Africa’s ‘anti-white’ government is part of a brazen attempt to build a white international that runs from Pretoria to Washington through Tel Aviv.
Hope on the Horizon in Argentina
Argentina's left is poised to win a decisive victory in next month's presidential election - removing a key pillar of the right-wing resurgence in Latin America.
The Price That Was Paid
Donald Trump’s victory came from leaning into working-class America’s anxieties over economic decline — and unless the Left’s economic offer becomes as strong, they leave the pitch open to the Right.
What Joe Biden’s Victory Means for the UK Left
Donald Trump's defeat should be celebrated, but it can't herald a return to establishment politics. To beat the right-wing and confront the challenges we face will require grassroots organising.