Área de la Bahía: Manifestantes impiden secuestros de ICE en tribunales de inmigración
Alrededor del mediodía del martes 10 de junio, organizadores recibieron la noticia de que ICE intentaría detener a personas que se presentaran a sus citas en los tribunales. Inmediatamente se hizo un llamado a las organizaciones comunitarias y grupos laborales para que se movilizaran en el tribunal del distrito financiero de San Francisco, así como […]
Bay Area: Protestors Shut Down ICE Abductions at Immigration Courts
Protestors in San Francisco prevented ICE from abducting immigrants.
Protestas en Los Ángeles: Juntos tenemos el poder de enfrentarnos a ICE y a todos los ataques que se nos lanzan
Mientras la administración Trump sigue intensificando sus agresivos ataques contra los trabajadores inmigrantes en todo el país, las comunidades de clase trabajadora han quedado abandonadas a su suerte para defenderse. Mientras los demócratas siguen sin ofrecer más que palabras vacías de oposición, las protestas en Los Ángeles han demostrado que las supuestas barreras de protección […]
They Never Miss an Opportunity
This article is reprinted from the Speak Out Now newsletter for BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), a rapid transit rail system in the San Francisco Bay Area – May 19, 2025 BART HQ and politicians in Sacramento had a lot to say when the system was down. Did they really think that people who couldn’t […]
We Remember Malcolm X on His 100th Birthday
In the year 2025 in the United States, we are witnessing increasingly blatant and violent repression. With racist and brutal language coming from politicians and right-wing media, students being arrested and threatened with deportation, and undocumented people being rounded up and shipped off to foreign nations, it may seem that the United States is experiencing […]
Trump Says, “You’re Fired” – Government Workers Need an Organized Fight to Save Jobs and Social Services
Donald Trump began his second presidency determined to shut down U.S. government programs, which his billionaire cronies say get in the way of making ever-growing profits. For example, regulations limiting pollution had to be sharply cut back because enforcing them would cost big corporations money. In addition, the Trump administration, in an effort to fund […]
50 Years Ago Today: The End of the Vietnam War
April 30 marks 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War.
The Fight at VTA – It’s NOT Over!
This article is reprinted from the Speak Out Now newsletter for BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), a rapid transit rail system in the San Francisco Bay Area – April 9, 2025 The corporate media showed what side it was on in covering the strike at VTA (Valley Transportation Authority) in San Jose. They made it […]
As They Grind Our Lives into the Ground, Resistance Becomes More Necessary than Ever
The Trump administration knows its policies are unpopular, so it represses opposition: all the more reason to resist!
VTA Still Out!
VTA workers are still on strike for better wages, despite management’s insults to the workers.
Are Deportees Guinea Pigs in New, International Prison Scheme?
Last weekend, on March 16, the Trump administration deported at least 260 people who it said were Venezuelan immigrants in the United States without documentation and/or who were members of the Tren de Aragua gang. These deportations are concerning not only because of how they were conducted and under what authority, but also because of […]
Israel Continues Its Deadly Assault On Gaza
Since early morning on Tuesday, March 18, Israel has been carrying out deadly airstrikes across Gaza that are reported to have killed at least 506 people. Of those, at least 200 were children. At least 600 more have been wounded. Many of the strikes took place in heavily populated areas with homes and makeshift schools. […]
VTA Out!
Workers at the South Bay’s Valley Transportation Authority went on strike for wage increases.
“We Want Bread, Not Crumbs” – The Detroit Hunger March of 1932: A Tragedy in a Longer Struggle
On March 7, 1932, an explosive confrontation took place when at least 3,000 Ford workers and unemployed members of the Detroit area working class began a march on Henry Ford’s massive River Rouge plant in next-door Dearborn, Michigan. As the march unfolded, the violence of the capitalist system was unmasked as police and hired thugs […]
Greek Workers Strike and Protest Government Cover-Up of Train Crash Massacre
Hundreds of thousands of people in Greece went on strike and protested against the government’s handling of a train crash.
Trump And Musk Make It Easier To Rip Us Off
In the recent slashing and burning of various government workers and agencies during the early days of the second Trump administration, one of the institutions targeted was the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The agency was created in 2008 in response to the subprime mortgage crash to create at least some guardrails to protect consumers […]
Ukraine: It is Up to the Workers to Turn the Tables on the Great Powers’ Lies and Poker Games!
March 3, 2025 editorial of the New Anticapitalist Party-Revolutionaries (NPA-R) in France, translated from French With their usual vulgarity and thuggish brutality, Donald Trump and his vice-president, J.D. Vance, gave a fine lesson in imperialism on world television. Faced with Ukrainian leader Zelenskyy, not docile enough in their eyes, they raised their tone, believing they […]
The World’s Rogue Oligarchs against the People
Oligarchs have arranged the world to enrich themselves at the expense of the people. Lately they have been planning more ways to profit from the war in Ukraine.
Wicked Review: The Limitations of Reform and Individualism
The hit Broadway musical Wicked finally gets the Hollywood treatment, bringing its message about rejecting oppressive systems to a wider audience. The story tells of the magical land of Oz, a supposed paradise that is soon revealed to be filled with corruption and oppression. Green-skinned Elphaba, a social outcast with magical powers, finds she can […]
Consumers and Producers
This article is reprinted from the Speak Out Now newsletter for BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), a rapid transit rail system in the San Francisco Bay Area Many people are wondering what they can do to oppose what is going on in Washington, D.C. There are small actions across the country. People are demonstrating against […]
Oakland: 4 Mayors Within a Year, Who Will Pay the Price?
After the recall of mayor Sheng Thao, Oakland will have 4 mayors within a year. How did this happen?
The Telepathy Tapes: When Society Fails, Pseudoscience Thrives
In a society that treats people—such as those with autism—as worthless, some will turn to pseudoscience for hope, as demonstrated by the popularity of The Telepathy Tapes.
Argentina: Against Milei, One Million Proudly Angry
After Argentina’s President Milei gave a reactionary speech, a million demonstrators marched against him.
Layoffs: Let the Fear Switch Sides!
Mass layoffs are happening in both the U.S. and France. The ruling class is trying to threaten the working class; let us return the threat!
Black History Month 2025: The Struggle Must Be Renewed
During Black History Month, remember the struggles the Black people have fought and what they have won.
Shakira Dedica Su Último Grammy a los Inmigrantes: “Siempre Lucharé con Ustedes”
Shakira ganó el premio al Mejor Álbum Pop Latino en los GRAMMYs 2025. En su discurso de aceptación, dedicó el premio a los inmigrantes: “Quiero dedicar este premio a todos mis hermanos y hermanas inmigrantes en este país. Son amados, valen la pena, y siempre lucharé con ustedes”. Shakira alcanzó el éxito internacional al irrumpir […]
Shakira dedicates her latest Grammy to immigrants: “I will always fight with you”
Shakira won Best Latin Pop Album at the 2025 Grammys. In her acceptance speech, she dedicated the award to immigrants: “I want to dedicate this award to all my immigrant brothers and sisters in this country. You are loved, you are worth it, and I will always fight with you”. Shakira became an international success […]
Workers and Unions Facing a Crisis, But We Can Change Direction!
The working class has the power to mount an effective opposition to Trump, in contrast to the feeble actions by bureaucratic union leaderships and the Democratic Party.
Politics
This article is reprinted from the Speak Out Now BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) – rapid transit rail system in the San Francisco Bay Area Politics The politics swirling around us can be overwhelming and a reason to duck and cover from it all. But, as the old saying goes, “If you don’t do politics, […]
February Is Black History Month
This article is reprinted from the Speak Out Now BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) – rapid transit rail system in the San Francisco Bay Area February Is Black History Month In addition to all the changes the Trump administration is trying to impose, they are trying to rewrite history. No Black History Month. No Women’s […]
The Intentional Chaos and Real Dangers of Trump’s First Weeks
The chaos of Trump’s rapid-fire executive orders is part distraction, and part attacks on the working class.
France: To the “Bosses’ Disgruntlement,” Let’s Oppose Our United Anger!
February 3, 2025 editorial of the New Anticapitalist Party-Revolutionaries (NPA-R) in France, translated from French Bernard Arnault, CEO of luxury group LVMH, the richest man in France and one of the richest on the planet, shamelessly put on a show of whining that, as a tax-crushed billionaire, he would have no choice but to relocate […]
Elon Musk: A Frankenstein’s Monster Produced by the System
A brief overview of Elon Musk’s life and activities.
Serbian Students and Workers Fight Back
Serbian students are leading a protest movement against the corruption of the government, which had led to people dying in a roof collapse.
French and Immigrant Workers: Same Bosses, Same Fight!
January 27, 2025 editorial of the New Anticapitalist Party-Revolutionaries (NPA-R) in France, translated from French On January 23, [French] Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau sent an announcement to all [regional authorities], tightening the conditions for foreigners entering and staying in France. Taking the place of a 2012 announcement from Manuel Valls, it will further reinforce the […]
Workers of All Countries, Now More Than Ever, Solidarity with Palestine!
January 20, 2025 editorial of the New Anticapitalist Party-Revolutionaries (NPA-R) in France, translated from French Last Sunday, for the first time in 470 days, Israel did not bomb Gaza. We can only share the relief of the Palestinian population affected by hunger and epidemics. This ceasefire was conceded by Israel. But there is no doubt […]
Trump’s Guest List: We Know Whose Side He’s On
Trump’s inauguration guest list shows that he serves the capitalists, not the workers.
Celebrating the Anniversary of the Egyptian Revolution
A revolution started in Egypt on January 25, 2011.
Trump’s Coronation on Martin Luther King Day
The coincidence of Trump’s inauguration and Martin Luther King Day shows the stark contrast between the hateful policies of Trump and the civil rights activism of MLK.
Trump Election Made Ultra-Wealthy Wealthier
Trump’s election made the ultra-wealthy even wealthier, as the stock market anticipated higher profits under the Trump administration.
Global Temperatures Higher Than Ever
12-month average global temperatures have exceeded 1.5 degrees C above pre-industrial averages in 2024. Capitalism is competely failing to prevent climate catastrophe.
Mayotte: Natural Disaster and Social Catastrophe
A cyclone hit Mayotte, a French island colony in the Indian Ocean. French imperialism bears responsibility for the level of human suffering.
France: The Only Positive Way Out of the Political Crisis: Mobilize to Impose Our Demands!
Workers went on strike as Prime Minister Barnier’s was brought down. Amidst the crisis in the government, the workers can impose their demands.
Who Else Should Biden Pardon?
President Biden pardoned his son. Who else should he pardon, if he really cares about righting wrongs?
“Thoughts and Prayers Are Not Covered, Just Like My Son’s Medicine”
The shooting of United Healthcare’s CEO has drawn attention to the way insurance companies commit social murder against us.
Port Talks Break Down. International Solidarity is Key.
After the ILA stopped its strike, negotiations have broken down. Worker power is built on solidarity, although the union bureaucrats such as Daggett aren’t interested in that.
Report from the Picket Line: SF Hotel Workers Won’t Concede To Corporate Greed
San Francisco hotel workers are in their third month of a strike.
Thankful For Those Who Refused to Accept the Unacceptable
On Thanksgiving, be thankful for all those who refused to accept the unacceptable.
Biden Pardons More Turkeys Than People on Death Row
Biden’s pardon of two turkeys, while doing nothing for death row prisoners or other incarcerated people, is a reminder that he uses his power to serve the rich and powerful.
France: Against Layoffs and All Attacks on Workers, Let’s Build a Fight “All Together!”
To oppose layoffs and attacks on workers, we must fight together!