Novara FM: Perpetual Peace? Lea Ypi on Brexit, Sovereignty and Partisanship
James Butler is joined by political theorist Lea Ypi (LSE) to discuss socialist internationalism in the 21st century.
Tag: democracy
Is This a Coup? We Asked Protesters What the Prorogation of Parliament Means for Democracy
Patrycja Borecka, Ed Ive
Thousands of people descended on Whitehall on Saturday, in response to news that Boris Johnson had asked the Queen to prorogue parliament for five weeks. We asked protesters what this means for democracy.
With Boris Johnson, the Rules Have Changed. Now Labour’s Leadership Must Step Up
Aaron Bastani
Labour’s present agenda, tailor-made for the May and Cameron era, is still largely based on a theory of change limited to getting a socialist into Downing Street and moving the levers of Whitehall. Aaron Bastani argues that with the election of Boris Johnson, this has to change - and fast.
Novara FM: The Next Referendum?
In light of Labour's evolving Brexit stance, James Butler is joined by Richard Seymour to take a broad look at Brexit politics.
Interview: “We’re Not Going to Be Able to Achieve Socialism in One Government” | Aaron Meets Leo Panitch
At The World transformed 2018 Aaron Bastani sat down with Leo Panitch, editor of the Socialist Register and distinguished research professor at York University. They talked socialism, party democracy, mandatory reselections and more.
The Next Seven Days Will Determine the Fate of the Corbyn Project
Aaron Bastani
Following Labour’s NEC meeting yesterday, it looks like our once-in-a-generation chance to democratise one of Britain’s historic parties of government could be about to slip through our fingers. The next week will determine whether or not that will be the case, writes Aaron Bastani.
Elections in Pakistan: A Populist Moment?
Ayyaz Mallick
With Imran Khan now confirmed as Pakistan's next Prime Minister, what could the future of Pakistan's political landscape look like?
Novara FM: Anti-Politics: State, Authority, Ideology
On #NovaraFM, James Butler is joined by Eliane Glaser to discuss her new book 'Anti-Politics', and the attitude of the contemporary left to the key questions of political power and the state.
67 Years Ago Today, a Democratic Revolution Began – and Britain Helped Stop It
Aaron Bastani
On 15 March 1951 the Iranian parliament voted to nationalise the country’s vast oil wealth in what should have been a founding moment for a modern, democratic nation. Aaron Bastani takes a look at why Britain and the US put a stop to Iran's experiment in self-government.
Novara FM: Russia: Democracy, Oligarchy, Repression
James Butler is joined by Simon Pirani, author of 'Change in Putin's Russia', and Tom Rowley, editor of openDemocracy Russia, to discuss the nature of the Russian state, its politics, and the forthcoming elections.
Labour’s Next General Secretary Must Be Elected
Aaron Bastani
Iain McNicol's resignation immediately raises the question of his successor. McNicol's term became defined by opposition to internal democracy where it involved new members, which is why the next general secretary needs to be elected.
All The Best: Pass the Duchy’s Tax Bill to the Cayman Isles
After a false start Max Shanly and Matt Zarb-Cousin kick off All The Best with an eye watering opening gambit featuring the indefatigable Ash Sarkar. Take care, be well.
5 Things You Can Expect From Labour Party Conference
James McAsh
At last year’s conference in Liverpool, everything was still up in the air. At this year’s conference in Brighton, we'll begin to see how everything has landed. Here are five things to watch out for at Labour Party Conference 2017.
IMOBastani: Democratise Labour to Democratise Britain
Aaron Bastani argues that locally selecting Labour candidates is more democratic in principal and more effective politically.
Novara FM: Italy after the Referendum: Insurgents, Constitutions, Volatility
On this week's show, James Butler interviews three experts on Italian politics, economics and history, asking how we should think about Renzi's defeat, and what's next for Italy. With David Broder, Lucia Pradella, and John Foot.
Long Read: Dissecting Democracy: History of an Idea
Alex Fusco
After a typical election in the UK , the government we get will be radically different from the government we vote for. As representative democracy sinks into crisis, it is high-time the UK questions its own political system and embraces real democracy.
How Did Tristram Hunt Get to Be an MP Anyway?
Tom Scriven
Yesterday Tristram Hunt entertained a Progress fringe event with jokes about internal 'hit lists'. Such is Hunt's commitment to party democracy, he won't mind having the spotlight shone on the circumstances surrounding his own selection.
‘How Can I Deselect My Labour MP?’ A Short Guide to Reselection and Democratic Accountability
Eric Sim
With the gulf between the wishes of Labour MPs and Labour members only widening, it's little wonder people are beginning to whisper the 'D-word' in pursuit of democratic accountability.