Socialism and Labor articles on Democracy Chronicles

This section deals with articles relating to democracy, socialism and labor. Reckoning with the important relationship between democracy and labor is essential in a democratic government. The theory of socialism, as opposed to capitalism, is characterized by social ownership of the means of production and co-operative management of the economy. Also see our articles on Anarchism, Capitalism, and Libertarianism. Also, there are many socialist parties in the US that you can find information on at our Third Party Central including Senator Bernie Sanders, a major election reform supporter.

Bosnian Youth Unemployment Crisis Pains Post-War Nation

October 9, 2014 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

In heart of European economic malaise is a generation suffering Bosnian youth unemployment

Rediscovering a Letter to Pope Francis on Behalf of Adjunct Justice

October 8, 2014 by Ana Maria Fores Tamayo 2 Comments

English translation of 2013 letter to Pope Francis (in Spanish) about adjunct academic labor in the US and asking for social justice in Catholic Universities. It is the one year anniversary of this letter about Mary Margaret Vojtko’s death as a Duquesne University adjunct.

Socialist Senator Sanders Warns of Runaway Two-Party Corruption

September 29, 2014 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Lone independent in Senate warns country is under threat of permanent two-party corruption

VIDEO: Independent Colorado Politician Running for Governor

September 28, 2014 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Mike Dunafon is independent Colorado politician looking to unseat state’s two-party monopoly

Anti Austerity Party Takes Lead in Polls in Greece

September 25, 2014 by Thomas Manning Leave a Comment

Greece’s anti austerity party Syriza has taken the lead in polls for the next scheduled election due to take place in June 2016. The Syriza party has opposed the harsh economic austerity measures which were put into place following the onset of its economic crises.