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Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe has chilling parallels with racist Dred Scott decision

May 13, 2022 By Jesse Jackson

We must have mass action, litigation, legislation, and registration. It’s not too late.

Serving two masters: Mussolini’s moviemaker and his red reels of Albanian agitprop

May 11, 2022 By Ed Rampell

Alfredo Cecchetti worked for both the fascist Benito Mussolini and the Communist Enver Hoxha, raising questions about the political use of film and filmmakers.

Marlene Dietrich, remembered for her outspoken stand against fascism

May 10, 2022 By Jenny Farrell

She must be remembered not only for her importance as role model for emancipation, but also for her outspoken and active stand against the Nazi movement that had overtaken her homeland.

William Z. Foster’s 1922 trial showed it’s the working class that defends democracy

May 5, 2022 By Carson Robb

The battle for human rights has always been fought between the employing and working classes.

‘Ballad of an American’: Composer Earl Robinson and working-class culture

April 27, 2022 By Joel Wendland-Liu

Best known for composing the music for songs like “The House I Live In,” “Joe Hill,” and “Black and White,” Earl Robinson’s music became a critical part of U.S. working-class culture in the 20th century.