The Second American Revolution [The U.S. Civil War] was a tremendous step forward, but it never realized its promise to Black Americans. The real winners in the Civil War were the Northern capitalists who opened up new markets and obtained a huge new supply of dirt-cheap labor. Nearly a century and a half after the abolition of slavery in the U.S.A., we are very far from achieving genuine equality for all, regardless of race, color or sex. Despite a number of advances achieved through the struggles of black people in the 1960s, the position of black Americans remains one of clear disadvantage. Originally published in the book Marxism and the USA, published by and available from Wellred.

Originally published in the book Marxism and the USA, published by and available from Wellred.

"The terrible events of September 11, 2001 marked a turning point in the history of the United States and the whole world. Overnight, it became impossible for ordinary U.S. citizens to imagine that what was happening in the outside world was no concern of theirs. A general sense of insecurity and apprehension seized the national psychology. Suddenly, the world became a hostile and dangerous place. Ever since September 11, Americans have been trying to make sense of the kind of world that could produce such horrors."

Originally published as part of Marxism and the USA By Alan Woods, available from Wellred USA.

In the early 1930s Harry DeBoer began working in the coal yards in Minneapolis and became part of the initial organizing committee that led the famous Teamsters' truckers strike in 1934. DeBoer is credited with developing the "cruising pickets", a tactic that successfully stopped scab trucks. His essay captures with crystal clarity the lessons that DeBoer and his revolutionary comrades learned from years of experience.

The following is an introduction written in 2006 by Bill Leumer of the Workers International League. DeBoer's wonderful pamphlet can be ordered from Wellred, USA.