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Jul 14, 2016

Introducing Anarchism With 4 Articles and 1 Film

Anarchism is often used as a synonym for chaos, but as a political philosophy it is a way of organising our society through cooperation and mutual aid, without elected leaders or hierarchy. Surely that's something we can all get behind?
By Andrew Butler / filmsforaction.org

Democracy? That Would Be Anarchy!
Democracy? That Would Be Anarchy!
Liam Barrington-Bush · The lead-up to an election is a tough time to be an anarchist. There's always someone wagging a patronising finger and telling you that your, or their, or someone's grandparents died for your 'right' to submit agency over your life to...
The Anarchist Impulse
The Anarchist Impulse
Richard Swift · The other great historic alternative to capitalism has been anarchism. Often dismissed as a dirty word, its influence ebbs and flows but its libertarian principles remain profoundly influential, says Richard Swift.
What Is Anarchism All About?
What Is Anarchism All About?
Andreas Wittel · Whenever public protests ignite into violent behaviour, the mainstream media are often quick to refer to “anarchy” and to “anarchists”. Those who are referred to as anarchists are protesters who burn tyres or engage in battles with the...
Anarchism Could Help to Save the World
Anarchism Could Help to Save the World
David Priestland · State socialism has failed, so has the market. We need to rediscover the anarchist thinker Peter Kropotkin
To Change Everything, Start Everywhere
To Change Everything, Start Everywhere
8 min · To Change Everything, Start Everywhere! The case for complete self-determination—a guide for the furious, the curious, and the pure of heart.

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