Jeremy Corbyn Could Be the Next British Prime Minister. Now Comes the Hard Part. Jeremy Corbyn Could Be the Next British Prime Minister. Now Comes the Hard Part.
The British left should temper its delight with strategic thinking. An enemy awaits: international capital.
Oct 20, 2017 / Column / Gary Younge
This Is What a Socialist Looks Like This Is What a Socialist Looks Like
In a signature speech at the Labour Party conference, Jeremy Corbyn laid out an agenda to return power to the people.
Sep 27, 2017 / D.D. Guttenplan
Letters From the September 25-October 2, 2017, Issue Letters From the September 25-October 2, 2017, Issue
Labour pains… City vs. country…
Sep 7, 2017 / Our Readers and John Harris
In Britain, Terrorism Is a Two-Way Street In Britain, Terrorism Is a Two-Way Street
The government’s response to extremism has been divisive and inadequate, and Islamophobic hate crimes are on the rise.
Jul 11, 2017 / Felipe Araujo
This Is How Labour Nearly Won in the UK This Is How Labour Nearly Won in the UK
The party had a leader with integrity; a hopeful, inspiring manifesto; and energetic canvassing by new members—with a big boost from Bernie supporters.
Jun 29, 2017 / Rachel Shabi
The British Ruling Class Is in Full Panic Mode The British Ruling Class Is in Full Panic Mode
Paul Mason on Jeremy Corbyn’s triumph in the UK elections.
Jun 16, 2017 / Jon Wiener
Labour’s Near-Triumph Brings a New Morning to British Politics Labour’s Near-Triumph Brings a New Morning to British Politics
Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership offered an end to austerity, a commitment to the public good, the faith that generosity is more powerful than greed.
Jun 9, 2017 / Maria Margaronis
Could Labour’s Corbyn Actually Win the British Elections? Could Labour’s Corbyn Actually Win the British Elections?
Theresa May seems to shrink by the day, with her lead now in the single digits, while Corbyn has found his voice.
Jun 2, 2017 / Maria Margaronis
Is Britain Also Feeling the Bern? Is Britain Also Feeling the Bern?
When bold populism gets a fair hearing, funny things start to happen.
Jun 1, 2017 / Robert L. Borosage
The Martian’s Guide to British Politics, or: Is There Intelligent Life on This Island? The Martian’s Guide to British Politics, or: Is There Intelligent Life on This Island?
It looks like the belligerent, self-serving martinets are going to trounce the quiet, bedraggled lot on the other side.
Apr 28, 2017 / Maria Margaronis