The New Dark Age

Over 6,000 delegates from communes and revolutionary organizations gathered in Caracas to chart a 30-year plan for the ‘Communal State,’ the grassroots democracy Hugo Chávez envisioned. Watch the video to learn more!

The latest VA podcast episode dives into the recent Congress on Communal Democracy, exploring its history, participants, and its mission to build grassroots alternatives to “liberal democracy.”

Host José Luis Granados Ceja, fellow VA member Cira Pascual Marquina and Catalan activist Isa Chacón discuss the limits of current political systems, the power of collective self-determination and autonomy, and examples of communal governance in Venezuela and elsewhere. Closing with a call for global solidarity, the congress’ manifesto champions anti-imperialism, radical social transformation, and a new path forward beyond the status quo.

In VA Podcast episode 30, we dive into the Congress on Communal Democracy, exploring its call for global solidarity and a manifesto that champions anti-imperialism, radical social transformation, and a new path beyond the status quo.

“If your goal is to transform society, then you have to have a broader horizon.” – Cira Pascual Marquina

Join host José Luis Granados Ceja, fellow VA member Cira Pascual Marquina, and activist Isa Chacón as they discuss the shortcomings of current political systems, the power of collective self-determination, and the examples of communal governance across Venezuela and beyond.

The episode ends with a call for global solidarity and a manifesto advocating for anti-imperialism, radical transformation, and an alternative to the status quo.

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