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Today in 1948, Gandhi was assassinated. His vision is still urgent, for South Asia and for the whole world. “Friends and comrades, the light has gone out of our lives.” So began Prime Minister&nbs … read more

It’s 70 years since the death of George Orwell. In these times of mass disinformation, a man so committed to the value of truth is well worth remembering.  “I have come to Spain to join the m … read more

On this day in 1919, the towering socialist Rosa Luxemburg was murdered by the German Far Right. The life of an outspoken progressive has rarely been a safe one. The forces of reaction, whether … read more

The power of a speech is very often overlooked. Indeed, rhetorical skill and oratorical eloquence are often seen as instruments of deception rather than sources of inspiration. And yet, there is … read more

On Clement Attlee’s birthday, let’s remember how he helped to rebuild the Labour Party from bitter defeat in 1931 to stunning victory in 1945. A source of hope in our times. If the Christmas and … read more