2011 November : London Progressive Journal

Voters swing behind the PCE on its 90th anniversary

November 14, 2011 12:41 am Leave your thoughts

David Eade recounts the history of the Communist Party of Spain and shows that the party still has influence in Spanish politics

There’s an elephant in the room

November 12, 2011 8:13 pm Leave your thoughts

In the first of our series of political poetry, David Foley waxes lyrical in his song about bankers' bonuses and bailouts.

Gaza Boats Seized, but ‘Freedom Waves’ Will Continue

November 12, 2011 7:25 pm Leave your thoughts

Despite the Israeli government's continued aggression towards humanitarian aid ships sailing to Gaza, Ramzy Baroud shows how the aid flotillas show no sign of giving in to intimidation.

Women Leaders key to post-conflict development on Bougainville

November 12, 2011 1:53 am Leave your thoughts

Following a recent trip to the island, coinciding with the tenth anniversary of the end of the Bougainville Civil War, Catherine Wilson reports on the role women played in bringing peace to the island.

Wearing Your Heart on Your Lapel

November 11, 2011 8:38 am Leave your thoughts

W Stephen Gilbert reflects on the politics of poppy wearing, its dissociation in popular society from what it actually represents and its hijacking by politicians.