News and anaylisis from the Leading Light Communist Organization
[Turkey has been supporting the rebellion in Syria yet uses violence against its own people. Where is the outrage over use of violence against the Turkish people? The outrage against the use of violence against the people of Bahrain? --NP] For a third day, police, protesters clash in Turkey Istanbul, Turkey (CNN) -- Protesters hurled... Continue Reading →
[The West says next to nothing about the suppression of protests in Turkey and Bahrain, both allies of the United States. Once again, the double standard is seen. The West is about its own interests, not human rights or democracy as it claims. The West is fine with the suppression of dissent when it serves... Continue Reading →
Bobby Sands MP was martyred on May 5th, 1981. http://youtu.be/Z8D_uN-73S0 He was also a great poet. The Rhythm of Time by Bobby Sands: http://youtu.be/mxk4IKvZAE8 The Rhythm Of Time There’s an inner thing in every man, Do you know this thing my friend? It has withstood the blows of a million years, And will do so... Continue Reading →
Over Three Decades On The Death Of Bobby Sands Still Resonates by John Wright (Huffpost) "I am standing on the threshold of another trembling world. May God have mercy on my soul." With these words, written 31 years ago, Bobby Sands began the hunger strike which culminated in his death after 66 days on May... Continue Reading →
[The imperialists continue to carve up Africa. They do so under the banners of so-called "peace keeping" and "democracy." The imperialists are the reason Africa has the problems of poverty and instability. To invite the imperialists in is allowing the fox into the hen house. -- NP] French defense minister visits northern Mali By BABA... Continue Reading →
[The United States throws away due process when it suits their interest. --NP] US won't allow Russians to see Guantanamo prisoner By BEN FOX (AP) MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. won't grant Russia access to one of its citizens held at the Guantanamo Bay prison because the prisoner refuses to meet with the delegation from... Continue Reading →
[The imperialists are using the cover of humanitarian intervention in order to tighten their grip on Africa. They seek to turn a military operation into a permanent presence on the continent. This is sick considering that France was one of the bloodiest of the imperialist countries in its dealings with Africa. Asking France... Continue Reading →
[The United States is coordinating the arming of Syrian opposition groups behind the scenes while making sure to be able to deny their role if things spiral into total chaos in a post-Assad Syria. If sectarian violence turns to state-sponsored genocide or if Al Queda-types come to power, the United States wants to be able... Continue Reading →
Most Britons back assassination of terrorists in UK or abroad, poll finds YouGov poll for RUSI defence policy thinktank finds older people and men are more supportive of 'targeted killings' (TheGuardian) A majority of Britons support the "targeted killing" of terrorists, both overseas and at home, according to a YouGov poll. The survey, carried out... Continue Reading →
[Imperialists loot the Third Word of its history. Adding more insult to injury.. -- NP] Mexico demands Sotheby's halt auction of artifacts By MARK STEVENSON (AP) MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican government is demanding that Sotheby's auction house halt the planned sale of 51 pre-Columbian Mexican artifacts, arguing they are protected national historical... Continue Reading →
["We have to remember that capitalism kills far more than socialism ever did. Looting of the Americas greased the wheels of early capitalism. Genocide and plunder of the Americas helped kickstart capitalism. An entire continent was exterminated. Millions of Africans were killed and enslaved in plantations resembling concentration camps. Even today, capitalism kills millions every... Continue Reading →
[Despite attempts by the capitalists and revisionists, Stalin is still viewed positively by most of the peoples of the ex-Soviet Union, by the relatives of those who lived under his rule. What Stalin's detractors do not understand is that Stalin existed in hard times. He made tough choices that had to be made. Had Stalin... Continue Reading →
