PoliEd
Political education (i.e. "poli ed") is essential for the development of organizers, organizations, and class struggle. The goal for PoliEd is to contribute lessons regarding theory and practice that were learned from actual struggle and not simply ideas generated in abstract. We hope this benefits you and that you consider contributing your own writing to our site.
Latest from PoliEd
Why should the American Left keep an eye on the Puerto Rican election of 2024?
10/7/2024
-Electoral Politics
9 Minute Read
With a left-wing party poised for historic success in the 2024 Puerto Rican elections, Edgardo M. Roman Afanador guides us through the political events leading to this moment.
Recent Articles
- What is a Political Party?
8.5 Minute Read
What does it mean to build a party, why are they necessary, and what are some contemporary examples of attempts to build them?
- Understanding Ward Organizations
4 Minute Read
An introduction to the concept of Chicago ward organizations.
- Fields of Struggle
5.6 Minute Read
Just as the ruling class has its army, navy, and air force, we need organizations of protest, elections, and mutual aid.
- Understanding Political Ecosystems
5 Minute Read
Just like the various species of plants of a forest, the health of the political ecosystem depends on every group’s ability to do specialized work without siloing, by leaning on solidarity and mutual benefit.