The effects of global warming are already here, and only an international ecosocialist movement can slow the destruction.
Australian Politics
Overturn of Roe v Wade sharpens battle lines in Australia
The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to wipe out abortion rights sparked solidarity protests around the world, including in Australia, where abortion also has no federal protection.
Truth and treaty: Foundations for First Nations justice
When it comes to the rights of First Nations, Australia is woefully behind the rest of the world.
An election season appeal to workers: Vote socialist, boot out Morrison and build our unions for a fightback
Workers flexing our combined muscle is how we’ll win decent wages, job security and so much more.
Stop the Lib/Lab attack on minor parties — defend and extend democratic rights
When it comes to elections, Australians are increasingly disengaged and don’t like what they see.
Behind the Australian budget’s pink glitter – Why we need a movement to end violence against women
The $3.4 billion announced for “women’s economic security, safety and health” has placated some feminists. But those studying the detail aren’t impressed.
Rights for Queer Couples: A necessary fight, but there’s still a world to win!
Laws that offer equal rights and provide benefits and protections to same-sex couples mark major changes in social attitudes. But they leave queers who reject traditional models of domestic coupledom out in the cold.
No preference to the Australian Democrats: GST deal highlights anti-worker “third force”
The Australian Democrats’ grab for a share of political power is a sellout of the majority of those who voted against the GST in the Senate.
Meg says “Back to the kitchen” – fast food, feminism and the Goods and Services Tax
Australian Democrats leader Meg Lees clearly hasn’t a clue about the day-to-day pressures juggled by working women. The Democrats’ Goods and Services Tax deal ignores the fact that women are still responsible for the overwhelming majority of domestic work.
Kosovar Refugees: Howard Government’s Hypocritical “Hospitality”
Displaced Kosovars were expected to be grateful, passive beneficiaries of “Aussie generosity.” But having known society in Pristina, the capital of Kosovo and a typical European city, they would not tolerate being herded into military shacks.
