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.

Corruption and Inefficiency in French

February 5, 2014 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Broader woes of EU integration complicate corruption and inefficiency in French government

Adjunct Equality: Celebrating Successes and Moving Forward

January 31, 2014 by Lee Skallerup Bessette Leave a Comment

Today, I want to publicly celebrate some the people who are working for adjuncts, and highlight a few of the victories that have taken place during the 2013 year, as well as point to places where there is already momentum to start 2014.

Montenegro Fresco Draws Political Controversy

January 31, 2014 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Politically charged Montenegro fresco hung in local church has ignited political firestorm history dredging up painful episodes from violence of 20th century

What’s That Tuition Check Paying For?

January 30, 2014 by Ann Kottner 1 Comment

Before you sign that first tuition check, find out how many adjuncts your university or college employs. Then ask the administration how much those adjunct faculty members are paid and how well they are supported. Then ask why you’re writing such a big check.

Presenting the Socialist Party Response to SOTU

January 29, 2014 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Socialist Party Response: Seattle’s only elected socialist gives response to ‘capitalist’ SOTU

Stress Points: Being a Professor is Easy, Right?

January 28, 2014 by Joseph Fruscione 1 Comment

How “easy” is it for the professors who, for instance, teach at three different schools (sometimes in the same day) and still earn poverty-level wages? Faculty working conditions are student learning conditions—not just on your campus or mine, but on all of them.

How the Movement for Adjunct Justice Got Started

January 26, 2014 by Ana Maria Fores Tamayo 2 Comments

I am not giving up on Higher Education or on my petition, which now has close to 7000 signatures (too little still so please sign and share!). I have begun a page for Adjunct Justice too where I now have over 500 followers, though there is always room for more.

Taking on Hired Education: Labor’s Latest Goliath

January 25, 2014 by TL Mack-Piccone 6 Comments

Taking on “Hired” Education, Labor’s Latest Goliath: Identifying the Problems and Potentialities in the Fight for Adjunct Justice. Adjuncts are standing together to kick off 2014 with fights for equity in higher education at a college or university near you!