European Parliament elections reflect loss of confidence in European Union
During the week ending on May 25, voters in the 28 countries of the European Union voted for members of the 766-member European Parliament.
Massive demonstrations challenge anti-worker policies in Portugal, Spain
In both countries, austerity measures include massive cuts in wages and pensions, elimination of the social safety net, privatization of public property and attacks on labor rights.
General strike shuts down Portugal
A general strike called by Portuguese unions against austerity measures imposed by international finance capital practically shut down Portugal last Thursday.
