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Venezuela: the revolution in danger Hugo Chávez’s defeat in December’s referendum marks a key point in Venezuela’s revolution. The high abstention rate indicates a growing frustration at the slow pace of change. Meanwhile, the right-wing opposition has been emboldened by its victory. TONY SAUNOIS looks at the warning signs and assesses the current situation. A global shock to the systemGlobal capitalism faces its worst crisis since 1945. The collapse of the US housing bubble has triggered an economic slowdown and the subprime finance crisis. These forces threaten a global financial crisis and a serious downturn in the world economy. LYNN WALSH analyses these developments and their implications. Why not take out an annual subscription online, and receive Socialism Today every month? New! Click here for a complete index of articles from the first issue of Socialism Today to issue 100 |
US primaries Far-right splits Taiwan elections
Bali-hoo
Kenya's rigged election
Andrew Glynn 1943-2007
Climate change Cover cartoon: Suzanne Muna www.squashdonkey.co.uk |