Tag Archives: Socialist Feminism

Why is “The Hard Way Up The Autobiography of Hannah Mitchell Suffragette and Rebel ”  now out of print?

Posted on March 8, 2026 by lipstick socialist

              I recently came across this photograph  of Hannah Mitchell, Manchester radical suffragist and socialist. She is speaking at an out-of-doors meeting campaigning for the vote for women. Hannah (1871-1956) was unique in many … Continue reading →

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International Women’s Day: Inspiring Women for the 21st Century

Posted on March 7, 2013 by lipstick socialist

For the sisters, mothers, friends and lovers Who would not accept defeat Who’ve been cut by broken promises Been pounded by deceit And still hold out for justice Against brutality……. Hitting Home by Claire Mooney  from her CD Slow Riot … Continue reading →

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Reclaim the Day!

Posted on March 7, 2012 by lipstick socialist

What does IWD mean to women today? International Women’s Day was started in 1909 in America by the Socialist Party and was first celebrated internationally two years later. It was originally called International Working Women’s Day, its aim was to … Continue reading →

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