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Articles related to "Socialism"
What is Socialism? There was a great deal of discussion about socialism during the 2008 presidential election season. Here is a short explanation of what socialism actually is. socialism in america • karl marx and socialism • working class • socialism economic bailout • political systems
Facts About Socialism Some common topics with regard to socialism and how they may be applied to a future society. socialism fallacies • socialist belief • socialist view error • socialist and belief system • wrong about socialism
Adapting Socialism to Peasant Russia Apart from the rural "petty bourgeoisie," poor peasants constituted the greatest mass to be brought under the control of Lenin's new socialist order. adapting socialism to russia • communism and marx • communism and lenin • russian peasants and socialism • comparing russian social with marx
May Day and the Labor Movement This article explains how the American labor movement became identified with the celebration of May Day. may day • socialism • haymarket
The oxymoron of 'universal health care' Health care should be taken out of the government's hands, in order to ensure efficient and technologically-sound care for all. health • health care • hospital • technology • socialism
The Rise of Labour Politics (Final Chapter) The rise of Labour politics and socialist ideas and the decline of the Liberals in Scotland. socialism • liberal • labour • politics
Review -- Liberal Fascism by Jonah Goldberg Goldberg seeks to demonstrate that fascism is a socialist movement and therefore a misdirected term of abuse by the left-wing of right-leaning policies and politicians. liberal fascism • jonah goldberg • book review • politics • best seller
The Theology of Jim Jones Before the Peoples Temple exodus to Jonestown, Jim Jones altered his message as if to suggest that Americans were on the wrong side of the Cold War. jim jones and the peoples temple • jim jones theology • peoples temple theology • jim jones divine socialism • jonestown
Is China Socialist in Name Only? This article raises the question of whether or not it is genuine to call China a socialist State given the gradual demise of the 'danwei' in favor of private enterprises. socialism in name only • socialist in name only • demise of the danwei system • rise of chinese capitalism • iron rice bowl is broken
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part II The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 2 of a 13 part series.
Pygmalion a quick introduction to Ovid's Metamorphoses and the myth of Pygmalion pygmalion • shaw • my fair lady • lerner and loewe • stagecraft
Karl Marx, Biography and Work Brief biography, philosophy and works of German philosopher Karl Marx, considered father of communism. karl marx biography • karl marx works • marx philosophy • marx and communist manifesto • marx and socialism
Soccer and The Spanish Civil War. It was the late Liverpool coach Bill Shankly who said "Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I assure you it's much more serious than that". franco • barcelona • football • facism • spanish civil war
The Financial Bailout Global capital markets have undergone a seismic shift in the wake of the U.S. financial meltdown. The question is: where will this financial crisis lead? financial bailout plan • global markets • the role of government • how free markets work • invisible hand
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part X The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 10 of a 13 part series.
Communism and Capitalism Compared The model provided by Karl Marx has never been historically demonstrated while Adam Smith's blueprint for a Capitalist society can be viewed historically. communism and capitalism compared • capitalism and communism • karl marx and adam smith • two political systems compared • forms of government compared
The Trouble with Paradise Man's view of society perfected turns out to be fatally flawed. hope • optimisim • great expectations • peace • utopia
William Morris The first of a two part series, this article offers an introduction to William Morris's work. william morris • victoriana • victorian • art • design
Humani Generis Unitas and the Jews History may never know how the Nazis would have reacted if the encyclical was promulgated at the height of growing Jewish persecution in the Third Reich in early 1939. the lost encyclical of pious xi • humani generis unitas • mit brennender sorge • catholicism and anti-semitism • pious xi and the jews
In His Image: George Soros George Soros, radical philosopher and billionaire, is intent on creating a global open society; a one-world government based on the tenet that it cannot succeed. george soros • osf • osi • open society foundation • open society fund
Margaret Sanger An advocate of safe and effective contraception for women, Margaret Sanger dedicated her life to efforts to help women take responsibility for their lives. margaret sanger • founder of the birth control movement • national birth control league • white plains hospital • advice centers
White Rose Student Group of WW II Emulating strategies of passive resistance, German students published radical leaflets rejecting fascism and militarism, and calling for justice during WW II. white rose student group of ww ii • resistance against fascism of nazi germany • strategies of passive resistance • calling for justice during ww ii • august von galen the archbishop of munster
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part I The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 1 of a 13 part series.
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part VII The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 7 of a 13 part series.
A Decision to Abstain: Labour vs. Hitler, 1936-7, Part 1 Between 1935 and 1937, a major transformation took place within the Labour Party regarding its policies toward rearmament, Appeasement and Hitler. During this time, the Party jettisoned its prior policies of disarmament and collective security through the League of Nations and instead, by 1937, accepted the fact that rearmament was needed if Britain were to stand up to Hitler. Part I of a two part series. england • government • pre world ward ii • appeasement • hitler
Lenin's New Economic Policy With the Soviet territory suffering from famine and deprivation, Lenin enacted a New Economic Policy that promoted trade, privatization, and enterprise. lenin's new economic policy • new economic policy • nep • nepmen • bolsheviks
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part V The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 5 of a 13 part series.
Communism Part 1 of 3: Implementation For many years communism led to strong development in some countries, especially the Soviet Union. But now, communism can be considered the reason for underdevelopment in countries like Vietnam. In Part one of a three part series, I examine the origins and evolution of communist beliefs. Next week I will look at development situations and concrete examples. cold war • vietnam • soviet union • communism
Pioneers of Free Healthcare Michael Moore's film 'Sicko' praises Tommy Douglas as the Greatest Canadian ever, but Douglas was a Brit, just like Lord Beveridge, another hero of free healthcare. tommy douglas • beveridge • 'sicko' • canadian of all time • michael moore
Finding George Orwell in Burma Larkin argues that Orwell's "Burmese Days", "1984", and "Animal Farm" are political prophesy, based on his experiences in the Indian Imperial Police of Colonial Burma. finding george orwell in burma • emma larkin • burmese days • animal farm • 1984
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part VIII The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 8 of a 13 part series.
Anti-Americanism A prominent Frenchman, Jean Francois Revel, warns explains and warns of the danger of European anti-Americanism. jean francois revel • anti-americanism • iraq
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part IX The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 9 of a 13 part series.
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part IV The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 4 of a 13 part series.
Universal Health Care Its one of those things Canada prides itself about: it's Universal Health Care. canada • health • ccf • ndp • tommy douglas
Homestay Accommodation, Russia Homestay in Russia if you want to really get to know the locals, and experience friendly Russian hospitality from St Petersburg to Vladivostok - no hotel can beat it! russian homestay • russian widow • accommodation russia • russian flats • russian apartments
Hope’s Book Moscow! Moscow! We can't go back to the Russia of the 1980s, but reading Christopher Hope's great book Moscow! Moscow! gives insights into perestroika and the old way of visiting Moscow. christoper hope • moscow literature • russia sightseeing • travel narrative • perestroika
John Goto British Artist A critical appraisal of artist John Goto's digital works british artist john goto • conceptual • john goto • contemporary art • john goto digital art
Karl Marx and Communism Karl Marx was a revolutionary economist. His communist manifesto was followed by dozens of countries during its peak popularity. Today only a handful remain. communism • karl marx • communist manifesto • communist countries • marxism
Nikolai Ceausescu and Romania At first welcomed by the West, Nikolai Ceausescu was later realized to be one of the most brutal Stalinist dictators. ceausescu • stalinist • communist • socialist republic of romania • systematization
The Art Of John Goto A critical appraisal of artist John Goto's digital works digital art • fine art • conceptual • john goto's capital acrade exhibition • british artist john goto
The Art of Moscow’s Metros In Moscow, traveling by underground train can be like visiting a succession of art galleries. Learn where to find Soviet era art on the metro. moscow metro • underground train • hammer sickle • arbatskaya chandeliers • kievskaya mosaics
W.H. Auden Poems and Biography Brief biography, poetry and influences of W.H. Auden, one of the best poets of the 20th century. auden poems • w.h. auden biography • auden the age of anxiety • auden the shield of achilles • auden poetry
Anarchism 101: A Radical Political Philosophy Far from being violent terrorists, most modern anarchists are progressive activists interested in peace, justice, and social change. anarchism 101 • progressive activists • political philosophy • black bloc • mainstream news
Babbling Idiots Ban Together For World Peace Why doesn't world peace work? Find out now! tower of babel • babel • nimrod • genesis • tongues
Black Women Leaders of the 1800s Collected essays explore the influential role of notable black women in 19th-century American society and their legacies. african american women • african american history • women's studies • minority studies • black studies
Dangerous Sea by David Roberts David Roberts adds politics and intrigue to his 1930s murder mystery - but the results are disappointing. dangerous sea • david roberts • lord edward corinth • murder mystery • gosford park
Douglas MacArthur in Japan Douglas MacArthur and his superiors in Washington unwittingly opened the door to creating a major economic rival. cold war • douglas macarthur • hirohito • modernization • democratization
Effects of the American Civil War The American Civil War created relationships between government and business concerns that continued after the war and sparked Gilded Age industrialization. effects of the civil war • american civil war and big business • industrialization and the civil war • the civil war contributes to rapid american indust • sacrifice and the civil war |
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