PSOL (Brazil)

A “third round” has begun in Brazil, albeit with contours somewhat different than expected, writes Israel Dutra. Its outcome may consolidate a new phase in the global anti-fascist struggle, in which Brazil is already playing a central role.

The Socialist Left Movement offer a preliminary assessment of Lula’s historic win and outline some clear tasks for the left amid this new and acute stage of class struggle in Brazil.

Lula overturned his first-round deficit by mobilising on the streets and social media. Esquerda en Movimento argues converting this mobilisation into popular organisation will now be key given the opposition’s increased strength in Congress.

Michael Löwy warns that democracy is at risk in Brazil and that, despite his contradictions, Lula is the only option to stop the “suicide train” of fascism.

Brazil’s presidential election this year pits the far right against a broad coalition led by Lula and including the Workers Party and PSOL, the party of the socialist left. Pedro Fuentes and Peter B look at what to expect.

The Socialist Left Movement argue there is no middle ground in Brazil’s elections: either Lula wins or Brazil has its worst government ever, creating a dangerous situation.

In an historic victory for the working class — one that will have a political impact on the upcoming national election — Brazil’s chamber of deputies voted to end the odious “6x1” work week, writes Israel Dutra.

Jonathan Strauss & Clive Tillman — The first International Anti-Fascist Conference for the Sovereignty of Peoples, held in Porto Alegre, was an important step forward in organising the struggle against the far right across the Americas and internationally.

Eric Toussaint — The Porto Alegre anti-fascist and anti-imperialist conference marked a significant moment of internationalist renewal in a global context characterised by the far right’s rise and the proliferation of conflicts.

Manuel Rodriguez Banchs, Penelope Duggan, Israel Dutra, Antoine Larrache, João Machado, Reymund de Silva and Eric Toussaint reflect on the 1st Anti-Fascist Conference for the Sovereignty of Peoples. Plus statements from Fourth International and European Network for Solidarity with Ukraine.

Israel Dutra — Porto Alegre was once again at the forefront of the international struggle, hosting thousands of people from over 40 countries to discuss anti-fascist and anti-imperialist struggles.

Israel Dutra — After the release of the Brazilian delegation from Israeli prisons, we continue the struggle in defense of the Palestinian people.