Radical Tea Towel US Blog

She might not be a household name, but Johnnie Tillmon was one of the leading welfare organisers and campaigners in U.S. history “Maybe we poor welfare women will really liberate women in this co … read more

This month in 1934, the biggest strikes in US history swept through the American textile industry. It’s an enduring example of how collective action against exploitation is the pathway to a better w … read more

On the anniversary of his birth, let’s reflect on the first human in space and his humble roots – Yuri Gagarin. "Off we go! Goodbye for now, dear friends." Those were the words of Yuri G … read more

I've said it before and I'll say it again: there's something in the water in Chicago. For about 150 years, the city's been a non-stop carnival of American radical politics. Previously, … read more