An Inflection Point for Democratic Socialism
by Andrew H In 2025, the United States observed the first proper referendum on the second Trump Administration. Democrats performed well, winning gubernatorial contests in […]
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The Austin Worker Movement in Perspective
After decades of stagnation and decline for the labor movement, workers are striking back. Workers in Austin—baristas, nurses, restaurant workers, and more—are joining this organizing […]
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Austin DSA’s September Reading Roundup
Welcome to the Reading Roundup, a forum for ATX DSA members to share what they’ve been reading and how it’s informing their political education. Building […]
Read more“Progressive” Council Members Back Police Power
Austin prides itself on being a progressive city and many elected officials use the term when campaigning. But the word is largely devoid of meaning […]
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City Manager, City HR Take a Stand Against Equality
Amidst a worsening cost of living crisis, Austin City Council voted last week to raise the minimum wage for city workers from $15 to $20 […]
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Reflections on Electoral Organizing
Civil rights lawyer and DSA member Andrew Hairston ran for Travis County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 earlier this year. Hairston’s campaign highlighted the […]
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Support the Nurse Union at Seton: Get a Yard Sign
Nurses at Seton Medical Center have filed for a union election with National Nurses United. When they are successful, it will be a huge gain […]
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The Civil Rights Struggle in Texas
Contending with a racist political elite, police violence, and disenfranchisement, Black and Brown Texans struggled for decades to gain basic civil rights. Exploring the oft-overlooked […]
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Austin DSA’s July Reading Roundup
Welcome to the Reading Roundup, a forum for ATX DSA members to share what they’ve been reading and how it’s informing their political education. Missing […]
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Creating a Socialist Vision for Public Libraries: A Conversation with Emily Drabinski
Red Fault contributor and Austin DSA member Bennett B. conducted an interview with socialist, labor organizer, and President-elect of the American Library Association, Emily Drabinski. […]
Read moreAustin DSA’s May Reading Roundup
Welcome to the Reading Roundup, a forum for ATX DSA members to share what they’ve been reading and how it’s informing their political education. Disasterology: […]
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