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Television
fromIndieWire
2 days ago

'Task': Inside the Creation of a Working-Class 'Heat' on HBO

Task is a working-class Heat-inspired seven-episode miniseries set outside Philadelphia focusing on the tense, inevitable clash between an imperfect FBI agent and a masked bandit.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I'm from an English working-class town. When will society stop looking at us through the rearview mirror? | Beth Steel

East Midlands working-class town confronts economic decline, immigration, and xenophobia, depicted empathetically through a play about a local woman's marriage to a Polish immigrant.
#democratic-party
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
US politics

Why Democrats Need an Opposition-and a Proposition-Agenda

Fight for a clear Democratic vision that prioritizes working people over billionaire interests and ensures living wages, healthcare, and social equity.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

Reclaiming the Democratic Party for Working Families

Democrats struggle to connect with working-class Americans as Republicans gain ground on economic issues.
US politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

Why Democrats Need an Opposition-and a Proposition-Agenda

Fight for a clear Democratic vision that prioritizes working people over billionaire interests and ensures living wages, healthcare, and social equity.
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Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Why the Chicano Moratorium Still Matters

The 1970 National Chicano Moratorium mobilized 25,000 working-class Chican@s to protest Vietnam War casualties and systemic domestic oppression, reflecting rising radical and cross-racial solidarity.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

In Maine, a political novice makes a long-shot bid to oust Collins

"Running establishment candidates who are chosen or supported by the powers that be in D.C. - in Maine specifically - has been a total failure, certainly in attempts to unseat Susan Collins. It is time for us to try something new."
US politics
#bernie-sanders
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Bernie Sanders says Democrats have 'paid a political price' for not listening to the working class

Sen. Bernie Sanders emphasizes the need for Democratic candidates to represent the working class and address economic inequality against Trump's agenda.
US politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Bernie Sanders denies he, AOC are starting a third party but scolds Democrats for 'lack of vision'

Sen. Bernie Sanders urges Democrats to create an inspiring vision for the future rather than simply defending against the current political landscape.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Bernie Sanders says Democrats have 'paid a political price' for not listening to the working class

Sen. Bernie Sanders emphasizes the need for Democratic candidates to represent the working class and address economic inequality against Trump's agenda.
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#politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago
US politics

'After my arrest, running for the Dail was a necessity': Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch on the election he almost won

fromIndependent
1 month ago
US politics

'After my arrest, running for the Dail was a necessity': Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch on the election he almost won

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US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

There's an appetite for this brand of politics': the independent politician making a bid for US Senate

Dan Osborn aims to become an independent U.S. Senator from Nebraska, emphasizing the divide between the working class and the wealthy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Should Democrats pursue progressivism or moderation? That's a false choice | Michael Massing

The Democrats' estrangement from the working class was decades in the making due to their embrace of trade and globalization, which led to factory closures and job losses.
US politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The New York Socialist Mayor Who Came 100 Years Before Zohran Mamdani

George Lunn's election in 1911 as Schenectady's mayor showcased the potential for a charismatic socialist leader to enact change and address the struggles of the working class.
US politics
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

New York's tech elite give Mamdani points for 'charisma' - and engaging with them at closed-door meet

Zohran Mamdani aims to create a working-class friendly New York through innovative policies and solutions.
Video games
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Does the UK video games industry have a class problem?

Concerns about social mobility in the games industry indicate a risk of becoming an elitist field.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Fragmented Lives of Nate Lippen

"I want to be wrong. Wrong in a new way," says the unnamed narrator of Nate Lippens's 2021 debut, My Dead Book, after learning of yet another friend's overdose and death.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

An unjust transition'? Teesside locals divided over net zero after deindustrialisation

John Mac points out that the local industrial landscape has seen a significant decline, expressing concern over the loss of jobs in areas affected by deindustrialisation.
UK politics
Film
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Discover filmmaker Mikio Naruse at BAMPFA retrospective

Mikio Naruse, revered by filmmakers, portrays the struggles of the Japanese working class through nearly 100 films, emphasizing female protagonists' resilience.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Welsh Labour needs to focus on young people, say members

Young Welsh Labour members advocate for change to connect better with peers, emphasizing the need for Labour to focus on youth engagement.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Labour has become party of wealthy not working class, new analysis reveals

Labour's connection with the working class has fractured, as wealthier voters increasingly support the party.
fromGothamist
2 months ago

How voters in Trump districts helped Mamdani win the Democratic primary

Rent is expensive. Foods are going up. Utility bills are up," one person Mamdani interviewed said.
NYC politics
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Photography
fromItsnicethat
3 months ago

Leeds during Thatcher: An alternative vision of northern coming of age

Victoria captures beauty in everyday moments, infusing her work with historical and social commentary on northern England.
Left-wing politics
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

People Before Profit Councillor quits party over 'behind the scenes' coalition pact talks with Sinn Fein

People Before Profit is facing internal conflict over potential coalition with Sinn Féin, risking alienation of working-class supporters.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

In the aftermath of Trump's victory, California Democrats vow to remain firm on their values

Democrats must engage in honest dialogue about electoral failures and reconnect with traditional voter bases.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Guardian view on Farage's cynical pitch: Labour must be bolder to see off the threat | Editorial

Nigel Farage aims to attract Labour voters by addressing economic concerns and positioning Reform UK as a voice for the working class.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Rep. Velazquez condemns House's passage of bill as 'betrayal of working families'

The GOP's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' could severely impact working-class Americans by slashing vital health and food benefits.
NYC politics
fromwww.sun-sentinel.com
3 months ago

Things to know about no tax on tips,' Trump's tax pledge that's included in GOP budget bill

Trump's 'No Tax on Tips' pledge is gaining momentum in Congress, with bipartisan support, but faces criticism over potential fiscal consequences.
London politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

Victorian Orchid Hunters Were Not Thrill-Seekers

Plant hunting was often a perilous endeavor for working-class individuals rather than the romanticized quest of elite explorers.
NYC startup
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

38 Times Celebs Were Wildly Out-Of-Touch About Wealth, Work, And Privilege

Celebrities often show a disconnect from the realities of everyday work and financial struggles faced by average people.
US politics
fromtime.com
4 months ago

How President Donald Trump Could Support Working Class Voters

Trump's support among voters without college degrees rose to 56% in 2024, significantly influencing his election victory.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Op-Ed | The best budget ever: Investing in working-class New Yorkers as we make our city safer and more affordable | amNewYork

Mayor Adams emphasizes the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget as a reflection of values prioritizing working-class New Yorkers.
Higher education
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | College Is More Affordable Than Many Parents Think

College affordability discussions are often overlooked, leading to confusion and discouragement for families, particularly those from working and middle-class backgrounds.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

UK-wide initiative launched to tackle marginalisation of working-class writers

The creative industries are massively skewed in terms of representation, especially in writing and publishing, which are in a crisis of marginalization.
UK news
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Steve Bannon praises Trump's strategy, wants DOGE's receipts

Bannon anticipates a summer of constitutional crises and supports Trump's tariffs aimed at restoring high-paying jobs for the working class.
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