Karl Marx expert claims the man is misread, his life is misunderstood, and he’s is often recast by different political movements for legitimacy though no link exists
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.
Minimum Wage Debate Rages Across America
Lawmakers up the ante as federal minimum wage debate rages with state lawmakers calling for action
Can Citizen United be Used to Strengthen Unions?
Citizen’s United dismantled restrictions on money’s influence but is used to strengthen unions
Bernie Sanders in New Bill Repealing Citizens United
Senator Bernie Sanders has taken the lead in repealing Citizens United politics of big money
How Democratic India’s Caste System Really Works
This essay argues that the premise of Brahmanical superiority is not sufficient to explain observations of the caste system in the world’s biggest democracy, India.
On China Dictatorship’s Communism Claims Despite Facts
China dictatorship’s communism claims more coupled with Soviet-style double speak and propaganda
Cheap Brazil Domestic Labor in Short Supply During Boom
Changes to giant Brazil domestic labor outlook is rearranging social structure in surprising ways
Obama’s Push for Minimum Wage Hike Surprises Supporters
Obama’s new push for minimum wage became centerpiece of State of Union Address in sign of shift
Nationwide Indian Worker’s Strike to Impact Daily Life
Economic reforms bring protesters to streets as nationwide Indian worker’s strike set to start
Correa Declares Victory in Ecuador Presidential Election
Ecuador Presidential election sees Correa solidify his mandate to lead