Anarchism and the State

Marxism and anarchism - Part Three

In the final part of the series on Marxism and Anarchism, Alan Woods explores the question of the state - one of the main points that has traditionally divided Marxism and anarchism. So just what is the state? Marxism explains that the state is a product and a manifestation of the irreconcilability of class antagonisms in society. It arises where, when, and insofar as class antagonisms cannot be reconciled. Conversely, the very existence of the state proves that the class antagonisms are irreconcilable.

Marxism and anarchism - Part Two

In this second part of the series on Marxism and Anarchism, Alan Woods examines the history and ideas behind Anarchist theory and practice.

Marxism and anarchism – Part One

The present period is the most stormy and convulsive period in history. Globalization now manifests itself as a global crisis of capitalism. Given the depth of the crisis and the worsening conditions, things are developing very quickly. The stage is set for a general revival of the class struggle, and in fact, this process has already begun.

Marxism and the state

Standing between the working class and the socialist transformation of society is a colossal state machine. In order to carry out this transformation, we must have a clear understanding of what the state is, and what must replace it.

On Authority

Anarchism is a confused political creed. In fact some anarchists take pride in the fact that it is difficult to pin their ideas down almost as a point of principle. But their watchword has always been a struggle against ‘authority.’ Some may find this slogan attractive, but Engels’ brilliant essay shows that some class always wields authority in society – the question is which one.

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