Analysis

Why Did Independence Parties Boycott New Caledonia’s Referendum?

by Adrian Muckle

In French-ruled New Caledonia, Indigenous Kanak have long been struggling for independence. With the 12 December referendum boycotted by pro-independence groups, French intransigence risks derailing the peaceful decolonisation process.

First, Citizens Were Turned Into Immigrants. Now We’re Being Stripped of Political Rights

by Gurminder K Bhambra

The new Nationality and Borders Bill gives the state the power to strip citizens of their citizenship without letting them know. Gurminder K Bhambra explains how we got here.

In Latin America’s Reactionary Outpost, the Left is Vying for Power

by Aaron Tauss

In 2016, the Colombian government and the armed Farc movement signed a historic peace deal. Five years later, violence against the poor continues - but the left faces the best chance of power in decades.

When Will the ‘Great Resignation’ Turn Into the Great Strike?

by James Meadway

Nearly a million people in Britain switched jobs over the summer as part of a global wave of resignations. But if we really want to transform the way we live and work, individual acts of refusal aren't enough, writes James Meadway.

With the New Nationality Bill, the Border is Breathing Down Our Necks

by Arianne Shahvisi

The Tories’ Nationality and Borders Bill passed on Wednesday. Arianne Shahvisi reflects on how many Black and minority ethnic UK citizens are increasingly being given second-class status.

Cambo Has Been Halted – But Britain’s Love Affair With Oil and Gas Isn’t Over

by Tessa Khan

Last week Shell pulled out of the Cambo North Sea oil field. With the project now officially halted, Tessa Khan explains how much work remains to end the UK state’s addiction to oil and gas.

Half of US States Could Be About to Ban Abortion

For the first time since 1973, abortion could soon be outlawed in around half of US states. Jenny Brown explains how we’ve arrived at this extraordinary juncture - and how feminists are fighting back.

Is Britain Ready for the Omicron Variant?

by Ell Folan

With impressive vaccination rates and a public willing to accept some new restrictions, the biggest stumbling block to tackling the Omicron variant is the government's lack of political will, writes Ell Folan.

Ecuador’s Left and Indigenous Movement Are in Conflict – And the Right Is Taking Advantage

by Andrea Guillem

For a decade, Ecuador was an exemplar of the progressive ‘pink tide’ in Latin America. Today, a split between the Indigenous movement and the electoral left has facilitated a rightwing comeback. Andrea Guillem explains.

Young British Filmmakers Are Throwing Out the Kitchen Sink

by Joel Blackledge

British cinema has used gritty realism to portray proletarian life. With Conservative education policy restricting access to the film establishment, young filmmakers are pushing past tradition with whatever they have available.

How to Navigate Britain’s Broken Trans Healthcare System

by OS Warren

You wait five years for a gender identity clinic appointment and once you’re in, it’s a nightmare. OS Warren offers strategies for navigating our punitive trans healthcare system.

The Hostile Environment is Making Migrants Vulnerable to HIV

by James Greig

Until the government ends the hostile environment, which deters migrants from accessing vital healthcare, its plan to end HIV transmission by 2030 is a pipedream. James Greig reports.

Venezuelan PM Nicolas Maduro stands at a lectern wearing a sweatsuit in the colours of his political party, flanked by crowds waving flags

Maduro Keeps Winning in Venezuela

by Ricardo Vaz

Maduro swept the votes at last week’s “mega-elections”. Yet until Biden lifts sanctions that have killed over 40,000 Venezuelans to date, he'll struggle to get the country back on track.

When It Comes to Drug Laws, Britain is a World Loser

by Kojo Koram

Britain likes to think of itself as a world leader on pretty much everything. But when it comes to drug policy, we couldn't be further behind, writes Kojo Koram.