European Union

European left divided over EU membership

December 7, 2016 By John Wojcik

Europe’s left parties struggle to oppose the anti-democratic qualities of the EU without lending credence to the far right’s nationalism.

European Parliament elections reflect loss of confidence in European Union

June 5, 2014 By Emile Schepers

During the week ending on May 25, voters in the 28 countries of the European Union voted for members of the 766-member European Parliament.

Massive demonstrations challenge anti-worker policies in Portugal, Spain

February 21, 2012 By Emile Schepers

In 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.

No cheering for fiscal treaty in the streets of Europe

December 12, 2011 By Tim Wheeler

Cutbacks and layoffs have touched off huge street protests, general strikes, and the collapse of governments.

General strike shuts down Portugal

November 28, 2011 By Emile Schepers

A general strike called by Portuguese unions against austerity measures imposed by international finance capital practically shut down Portugal last Thursday.