European Union
Massive demonstrations challenge anti-worker policies in Portugal, Spain
February 21, 2012In both countries, austerity measures include massive cuts in wages and pensions, elimination of the social safety net, privatization of public property and attacks on labor rights.
Read moreNo cheering for fiscal treaty in the streets of Europe
December 12, 2011Cutbacks and layoffs have touched off huge street protests, general strikes, and the collapse of governments.
Read moreGeneral strike shuts down Portugal
November 28, 2011A general strike called by Portuguese unions against austerity measures imposed by international finance capital practically shut down Portugal last Thursday.
Read moreEuropean workers have nothing but chains to lose
September 30, 2011Shying away from political union now means the collapse of the Euro, the common market and the growth and economies of scale it promises.
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