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Pro-Trump hard right seize control of Tories – it is vital to support Corbyn’s leadership

28th May 2019

Following the Euro-elections, and May’s announced resignation as Tory party leader, due on 7 June, it is clear the Tories’ hard right Brexiteer wing, backed by and/or working with Trump and Farage, will take control of the Tory Party.

Tory lies – and why Corbyn was right to break off talks

21st May 2019

Theresa May and the Tory spin machine have attempted to blame Labour for the failure of the Brexit talks between the parties – specifically stating that it was Labour’s position on tying any agreement on amendments to a confirmatory ballot of ‘People’s Vote’.

US ramps up pressure on Venezuela after failed coup attempt

10th May 2019

Last week the Venezuelan people resoundingly defeated the latest US-backed coup attempt against their government. Washington’s puppet and fake ‘interim President of Venezuela’, Juan Guaido, led the ineffective and small attempt to overthrow the legitimate and democratic Venezuelan government. In the face of this tactical defeat, the US administration continues to intensify its offensive against the Venezuelan government and people through harsh economic sanctions, military threats and subversive attacks.

Yes to Soft Brexit or No Brexit! No to No Deal or May’s Deal!

25th March 2019

The next weeks are going to see rapidly moving political events as Parliament finally seeks to resolve Brexit. It is impossible to foresee every twist and turn. Therefore, it is vital that the left has a clear compass to react to rapidly evolving events.

Demark’s general election – a shift against the racist right

10th June 2019 Socialist Action 0

The Danish General Election on 5 June resulted in a defeat for the ‘blue bloc’, the centre-right governing alliance that had been in office since 2015, and a victory for the ‘red bloc’, the centre-left parties.

Trump arrives to campaign for Hard Brexit – and only Corbyn can stop him

3rd June 2019 Socialist Action 0

Donald Trump and key members of his administration have made it crystal clear that he is in Britain to campaign for a No Deal or Hard Brexit – and that this in US’ interests, not Britain’s.

Has Trump blinked first on Iran?

3rd June 2019 Socialist Action 0

On 27 May, during his visit to Tokyo, US President Trump told reporters that Iran “has a chance to be a great country with the same leadership”. He added “I’m not looking to hurt Iran at all. I’m looking to have Iran say no nuclear weapons. No nuclear weapons for Iran and I think we will make a deal.” Given that just days before he had threatened to “end” Iran, this may seem a remarkable turnaround.

Tribute to Walter Wolfgang

30th May 2019 Socialist Action 0

Soclialist Action website expresses its sadness at the loss of Walter Wolfgang, who died yesterday at the age of 95. We extend our deepest sympathy to all Walter’s friends and comrades.

Pro-Trump hard right seize control of Tories – it is vital to support Corbyn’s leadership

28th May 2019 Socialist Action 0

Vote Labour in the Euro Elections!

22nd May 2019 Socialist Action 0

Both the political atmosphere and the opinion polls are unusually volatile. But one thing seems certain – Jeremy Corbyn’s enemies in the other parties, the mainstream media and the Labour right are already drafting pieces attacking Corbyn and arguing that he should go.