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The global crisis of capitalism is shaking the world order, bringing about imperialist wars, class struggle, and revolution.
In this presentation, Ben Curry (from the International Secretariat of the Revolutionary Communist International) explains the processes underneath the events unfolding on the world stage. He explains that the nation state and private property relations - the very things which first helped capitalism develop - are leading it into an unprecedented crisis. Ben breaks down the direction the world is headed in, and outlines the opportunities it will present for revolutionaries in the coming period.
This presentation was part of a discussion held at the Revolutionary Communist Party's Third Congress, which took place in Toronto May 16-18. Read more about the congress here.
Further reading:
2026 kicks off to the sound of imperialist war drums and class struggle
Trump’s defeat in Iran and its worldwide consequences
AI investment prepares new attacks on the working class
The meaning of the rise of China
How the global crisis is strengthening Russia
Ten Theses on the 2026 Minnesota General Strike
Australia faces “nightmare scenarios” after ruling class backs Iran War
This presentation was recorded live in Toronto on May 16, 2026.Note: translation has been edited out for clarity.
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The global crisis of capitalism is shaking the world order, bringing about imperialist wars, class struggle, and revolution.
In this presentation, Ben Curry (from the International Secretariat of the Revolutionary Communist International) explains the processes underneath the events unfolding on the world stage. He explains that the nation state and private property relations - the very things which first helped capitalism develop - are leading it into an unprecedented crisis. Ben breaks down the direction the world is headed in, and outlines the opportunities it will present for revolutionaries in the coming period.
This presentation was part of a discussion held at the Revolutionary Communist Party's Third Congress, which took place in Toronto May 16-18. Read more about the congress here.
Further reading:
2026 kicks off to the sound of imperialist war drums and class struggle
Trump’s defeat in Iran and its worldwide consequences
AI investment prepares new attacks on the working class
The meaning of the rise of China
How the global crisis is strengthening Russia
Ten Theses on the 2026 Minnesota General Strike
Australia faces “nightmare scenarios” after ruling class backs Iran War
This presentation was recorded live in Toronto on May 16, 2026.Note: translation has been edited out for clarity.
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