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Why Socialism Analyzing Einstein's Essay
Here is Einstein's article in the Monthly review magazine. Why Socialism? by Albert Einstein This article was originally published in the first issue of Monthly Review (May 1949). It was subsequently published in May 1998 to commemorate...
Professor Dave Explains
The Four Main Economic Systems
We've talked about free market economies and command economies, but the truth of the matter is that nearly every country on Earth utilizes a mixed economy, which blends aspects of each of the aforementioned economy types. Whether talking...
History Hit
George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey: The re-emergence and influence of 1984
Why are people talking about George Orwell again? How much did the Spanish civil war influence and affect George Orwell as an individual and politically? George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey, Part 1
Mr. Beat
Fascism Explained
Why is it that so many people get the definition of fascism wrong? Basically, because it's a complex thing to define, and it's become a word people use to describe their enemies in order to boost their political agenda or promote their...
History Hit
George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey
Author and journalist Dorian Lynskey answers key questions about one of the seminal novels of the 20th century, George Orwell's 1984, which was published 70 years ago. Having written 'The Ministry of Truth' a book specifically about...
John D Ruddy
Russian Revolution in 10 Minutes
An animated video outlining the basic narrative of the Russian Revolution, what led to it, how it began, who was involved and how it slotted into the events of WW1.
Jam Campus
Capitalism Vs. Socialism Song
Learn the basics of Capitalism and Socialism through song! A great way to boost classroom engagement when introducing new topics.
Mr. Beat
Capitalism, Socialism, and Communism Compared
Mr. Beat explains the difference between capitalism, socialism, and communism. Karl Marx was the one who first articulated it, but boy is he misunderstood by many today.
Curated Video
The Brief: a time-travel trip in a Trabant - 'Ostalgia' in Brussels
Thirty years after the fall of the Berlin fall people still think there are lessons to be learned from socialism. We met with a Portuguese man living in Brussels who owns a Trabant, the iconic car from East Germany. He says some aspects...
Curated Video
Andy Puzder Says Amazon Withdrawal Shows New York Is Falling Prey to 'Socialist Policies'
Amazon's decision to pull its new HQ2 out of New York City is very bad for the city ー and a sign that the home of Wall Street is falling victim to anti-business attitudes, according to former CKE Restaurants CEO Andy Puzder. "I think...
Curated Video
Gilets Jaunes echoes heard in Lisbon
Portuguese people watch the yellow vest protests in France with empathy. While Portugal deals with coming out of a tough austerity, it's still in a vulnerable position. It comes at the time of the European Socialist Party Congress in...
Curated Video
Parliament clash: MEP history lessons, apologies and ripostes
At the European Parliament a political debate descended into a slanging match when MEPs took turns to give History lessons. It began when British MEP Syed Kamall compared socialists to Nazis. "I would remind you when you talk about right...
Curated Video
Cuba holds massive May Day parade for first time since pandemic
Cubans had their first chance in two years to march on May Day. For many workers, though, there is little to celebrate.
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US slams Cuba ‘intimidation tactics’ before planned protests
Havana has banned Monday’s planned march, which comes after rare demonstrations broke out in the island country in July.
Curated Video
Bernie's brand: The power of young Americans | The Weekly with Wendy Mesely
Bernie Sanders is number one in the polls, and he's raising more money than every other Democratic leadership candidate.
Curated Video
Michael Moore on why he’s backing Bernie to beat Trump
Filmmaker Michael Moore is backing Bernie Sanders and has a lot to say about it (and about Canada). His extended conversation with CBC's Paul Hunter.
Curated Video
Sources: Cuomo considers staying in NYC mayoral race
Cuomo has not fully committed to running an active campaign.
Curated Video
'Inspired By Manusmriti': Congress Slams RSS For Call To Review 'Socialist', 'Secular' In Preamble
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh launched a sharp attack on the RSS, alleging it has never accepted the Indian Constitution and has consistently criticised its framers. Responding to RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale’s remarks on...
Curated Video
Preamble Row Flares Up- After Tharoor's 'RSS Moved On' Bombshell, RJD Slams VP Dhankhar's Comments
The ongoing Preamble debate has intensified, with sharp political exchanges following remarks by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who said the Constitution’s Preamble was altered during the Emergency to add "socialist" and "secular,"...
Curated Video
Trump Threatens To Arrest NYC Mayor Candidate Mamdani | ‘Don’t Need Communist In U.S.’
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to arrest New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. Trump was asked at a press conference in Florida about Mamdani’s plan to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities in...
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Fidel Castro nationalizes American property in Cuba
Fidel Castro marching in solidarity with civilians as announcer explains his seizure of American property in Cuba / worker chisels 'Cuba Telephone Company' into wall of building. Fidel Castro nationalizes American property in Cuba on...
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Fidel Castro with his freedom fighters
/ Fidel Castro gives troops directions in the mountains / troops walk through the Cuban jungle / troops fire on Cuban military police / Castro posing with rifle in front of Cuban flag. Fidel Castro with his freedom fighters on April 10,...
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Definition: Welfare State
This animation includes a definition of the word welfare state