Decentralization and Local Control: Socialism and Small Government
Socialism, at its core, isn’t about concentrating power in some distant capital; it’s about distributing power to the people who live, work, and build in their own communities. True socialism thrives on decentralization, on systems where decision-making happens as close as possible to the people affected by those decisions.
Side Hustles that Support the Community: Ethical Ways to Earn Extra Money
Work doesn’t have to be alienating. Earning extra money doesn’t have to mean extracting value from your own community for someone else’s profit. Community-based side hustles are a form of practical socialism in action. They’re a reminder that our labor can build a better future, not just help us survive.
The Ultimate Socialist Tool: What is a General Strike, and When Should We Use It?
A general strike is the clearest expression of worker power. It shows that without labor, the wheels of the economy don’t turn. When timed well and organized properly, it can win what no petition or campaign ever could.
Creating Public Works for Community Wellbeing: A Cornerstone of Practical Socialism
Socialism is about shared prosperity. It's not enough to demand fair wages or universal healthcare. We must also create and protect the physical and social infrastructure that supports collective wellbeing. Public works are how we do that.
Building a Local Economy: Strengthening Community and Undermining Capitalism
Local economies align with core socialist values: solidarity, democratic control, and the dismantling of concentrated capital power. By shifting our economic activity away from corporations and toward community-based alternatives, we begin to chip away at capitalism’s dominance right where we live.
A Socialist's Guide to Gun Ownership
We will explore these questions by examining the responsibilities of gun ownership, the role of firearms in a socialist vision of security, and how policy measures can balance individual rights with public safety. Rather than taking a purely pro- or anti-gun stance, this guide aims to provide a nuanced discussion on gun ownership that aligns with the values of social justice, community wellbeing, and collective security.
Social Benefits of a Community Garden
Participating in your community’s garden gives you control over your time spent planting and maintaining your part of the land, so you can truly enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor.