Elections have demonstrated people power
While the UNP and the JVP continue to live in the
past era, when voters decisions could be swayed by promises of
individual benefits, such as cheaper and more abundant food, and a
wide range of personal benefits,
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Disorganised labour - the forgotten factor
I conceive of labour as a giant. This giant has
the power and strength to do almost anything. His history has been
exploitation and betrayal. He produces all the necessities of life,
yet he has a difficult time getting some of these necessities for
himself and his family, and so with his education, culture,
amusement.
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Landmark victory in workers’ rights
May Day this year falls after 120 years of the
Haymarket riot in Chicago USA where workers agitating for an 8 hour
day were killed by hired thugs of the employers.
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