capitalism – Page 170 – People's World

Is democracy inherent in socialism?

March 24, 2011 By Sam Webb

That's how it should be, but, as history teaches, socialism is democratic only if we make it so.

Banker’s deficit solution: work longer with less pay and half the benefits

March 23, 2011 By PW Editorial Board

Many children were working in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory when fire broke out. Such conditions, if Republicans have their way, may again become commonplace.

Reduce gas prices? Nationalize big oil

March 21, 2011 By John Bachtell

I blew a gasket paying $3.89 for a gallon of gas the other day. It cost me over $60 to fill the tank and tore a gigantic hole in my pocket.

Save the children: Tax the rich

March 10, 2011 By Jarvis Tyner

The way out of this crisis is to stop blaming the victims and to make the wealthy culprits pay. It is irresponsible and immoral not to do so.

Why the Wisconsin goings-on affect all workers

March 7, 2011 By Michael Synowicz

The only protection workers have to fight against exploitation is a working democracy. And so unions were born.