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click on links masthead to clear previous query from search box an*lysis and views of political strategy and tactics within the international left. it is a forum for open and constructive dialogue between active socialists from different political traditions. it seeks to bring together those in the international left who are opposed to neoliberal economic and social policies, and reject the bureaucratic model of socialism that arose in the soviet union, eastern europe and china. inspired by the unfolding socialist revolution in venezuela, as well century, and the discussions and debates flowing from that powerful example of socialist renewal. newspaper, and we urge readers to visit that site regularly. constructive comments (but please read the comments policy above). this site is best viewed with the firefox internet browser. the french yellow vest protests and the politics of alliances: what can be form of marine le pen and donald trump have attempted to give voice to the protests that have wracked france in recent days. in fact, the protests may signal a new stage that opens opportunities for the left at the international level. that is because the protests unify diverse non-elite sectors of the population and are directed against the economically privileged and the political establishment. their rejection of a tax on fuel prices has now expanded to include an array of other economic demands such as a rise in the minimum wage, reduction of the workweek and improved retirement benefits. furthermore, the protests skirt the right’s leading banners such as a halt to immigration, zero tolerance approach to law and order and other racist-driven formulations.. central europe and central america: will there be a historical convergence? capital of the hungarian people’s republic, budapest. much has been written about the event. discussions have ranged from communist party congresses, fourth internationalist gatherings, academic forums, and discussions in bars and over kitchen tables — essentially wherever