Ceiling fan burning in front of a purple screen

Summer 2024

Published June 21, 2024

Cover art by Morgan Fecto
Additional artwork by Morgan Fecto, Christina Davies

Editors this edition: Gary zZz, Sam D, Woody Woodruff, Julie V, Julia P, Les P
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In this issue

Ground Down by the Wydown: baristas fired days before union election

Few have more acumen in the art of destroying a successful business than Alex and Chad McCracken. The story on how their greed and egos plummeted a community anchor.

New candidates, similar ideologies win out in 2024 NOVA primaries

With turnout slightly above average, Democratic voters opt for status quo in local and federal primaries.

Reflections from Labor Notes 2024

At Labor Notes 2024, workers in the US came together to learn from each other about fighting and winning in the workplace.

What will the future of intentional housing look like?

Alex Mell-Taylor

An interview on the barriers, promises and tribulations of intentional communities. Featuring three communities operating in VA, MD and DC.

Pepco tries to hide rate hikes behind climate readiness

Why is the District government allowing a monopoly to regulate itself?

More than 'Finding The Money': MMT, Political Strategy, and the State

A new documentary provides a strong impression of modern monetary theory, but socialist viewers should pay attention to the concept's strategic horizons.

New report: What is social housing and why is grassroots support growing?

A new report document the movement for social housing, a decommodified housing model, taking shape across the United States.

CapUnfriendly: Monumental Sports to shut down hockey site beloved by fans

Dr. Frank Octopus

The Washington Capitals corporate owner, Monumental Sports, has just purchased a popular research tool cherished by hockey enthusiasts, with intent to permanently close the site.