The Politics of Rupture

In political theory and philosophy, especially leftist theory and philosophy, one not infrequently encounters the notion of ‘rupture.’ But what does a ‘rupture’ refer to, and why does it matter?

Blanqui and the Communist Enlightenment

Louis-Auguste Blanqui understood that bourgeois society is incapable of realizing the universalist principles of “liberté, égalité, fraternité” and that their fulfillment requires the establishment of communism.

Blanqui’s Politics of Revolution: An Interview with Doug Greene

In this interview, historian Doug Greene talks about Blanqui, his life and politics, and more. His new book, ‘Communist Insurgent: Blanqui's Politics of Revolution,’ will be out next month.

Let’s Build an International Revolutionary Movement

The return of imperialist nationalism has made the development of proletarian internationalism and anti-imperialism increasingly urgent.

Interview with Charlie Post – Abridged

We talked with Charlie Post about Donald Trump and the anti-Trump movement, the unions, the Left, the growth of the DSA, the Russian Revolution and more.

We Revolutionaries Also Need Inspiration

US artist Stephanie McMillan draws comics that are designed to motivate political activists. Her “Daily Affirmations for Revolutionary Militants” feature messages to encourage us in the daily struggle for revolution. She recently published a desk calendar with 365 comics.