James Connolly: A Working Class Hero
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James Connolly: A Working Class Hero
JAMES CONNOLLY: A WORKING CLASS HERO
This is the most detailed documentary about the life of James Connolly I've yet to encounter. Among other things, it discusses his conception of left-wing nationalism and contributions to Marxist and syndicalist thought.
Suffice it to say, it's worth viewing.
"Nationalism without Socialism—without a reorganisation of society on the basis of a broader and more developed form of that common property which underlay the social structure of Ancient Erin—is only national recreancy.
. . . . As a Socialist I am prepared to do all one man can do to achieve for our motherland her rightful heritage—independence; but if you ask me to abate one jot or tittle of the claims of social justice, in order to conciliate the privileged classes, then I must decline."
—James Connolly
"Socialism and Nationalism"
Re: James Connolly: A Working Class Hero
The Irish Citizen's Army was put down by reactionaries and infiltrators. Connolly was a heroic Left Wing Nationalist, and the modern Marxist imposters aren't fit to lick his boots.
Re: James Connolly: A Working Class Hero
English Socialist wrote:The Irish Citizen's Army was put down by reactionaries and infiltrators. Connolly was a heroic Left Wing Nationalist, and the modern Marxist imposters aren't fit to lick his boots.
I completely agree that the heroism and intellectual acumen displayed by Connolly is transparently lacking in the vast majority of contemporary (pseudo-)Marxists.
You may also appreciate this documentary about Connolly's activism: 1916: Seachtar na Cásca
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Re: James Connolly: A Working Class Hero
Thank you! I can use that information for the SWPE site. People need to know that there was a genuine alternative to the British Imperialists AND the sectarian bigots; an alternative which was extinguished by those who prefer bloodshed (and the profits that go with it) to an honourable peace with justice for all.
Re: James Connolly: A Working Class Hero
English Socialist wrote:Thank you! I can use that information for the SWPE site. People need to know that there was a genuine alternative to the British Imperialists AND the sectarian bigots; an alternative which was extinguished by those who prefer bloodshed (and the profits that go with it) to an honourable peace with justice for all.
You're welcome, comrade. I suggest looking into John Maclean's writings as well.
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