A Comrádaithe,
On behalf of Lasair Dhearg I send solidarity and hope that you and your family are keeping well.
The Covid-19 crisis has exposed the true nature of capitalism and its inability to look after the health and well-being of the general population along with the failure of free market economics.
I hope that you have been following our activities on social media and have noticed that Lasair Dhearg and it’s various networks have been very busy this past week. Facing an onslaught by the ruling classes, amidst a global pandemic, we engaged in a series of activities aimed at raising awareness of our cause and safeguarding our community and class. I have listed some of these activities below.
Lasair Dhearg has also been compiling a list of businesses that have been involved in exploitation or malpractice and we have been highlighting this through our social media channels.
Community Defence Committees
- To identify key supplies and resources for distribution to those in need
- To tackle businesses involved in price gouging and exploitation
- The prevention of evictions
None of this work would be possible if it wasn’t for the dedication and commitment of our activists on the ground, our wider support networks and for your continued support, and for that we are forever grateful.
Post Covid-19 will present new challenges for our class and it is essential that we are prepared and organised for the road ahead. It is the duty of all of us to promote the Socialist Republican message, to get active and identify supporters to our cause.
Adh mór oraibh agus bí sabháilte,
Éamonn Ó Cleirigh
Runaí Lasair Dhearg