Supporters

"According to some of America's leading journalists, the attack on Iraq would never have happened had the media questioned and challenged the lies of Bush and Blair instead of amplifying and echoing them. That means that the independent, non-corporate media is needed more than ever. And that means that Socialist Worker deserves all our support."

John Pilger

"At a time when the parliamentary process seems to be frozen, it is all the more important that people should be able to read a clear alternative political analysis in order to help us plan for the future."

Tony Benn

"Socialist Worker is a valuable weapon in the struggle for a better world."

Billy Hayes , CWU General Secretary

"Good luck with this year’s appeal. Socialist Worker gives a clear voice to the growing protest over low pay, job losses and privatisation. I recommend it to all Trade Unionists."

Mark Serwotka , PCS General Secretary
personal capacity

"I began reading the paper regularly during the postal dispute. The reports on the dispute were brilliant, including a mention for my own delivery office in Royston, and it was really important for us to read about what was going on around the country ! I have now become a dedicated reader not only because it gives me the news that’s relevant and important to me but because the Socialist Worker also explains why events are happening."

Di Allan , CWU Representative

"Socialist Worker has given us unconditional support so that people know and care about cleaner’s issues. Support from Socialist Worker supporters has been important to us winning being treated with respect. And it has encouraged us to keep on fighting for all of our rights as workers."

Consuelo Moreno, SOAS cleaner

"As an activist at London Metropolitan university I have been heavily involved with campaigning against Islamophobia and the victimisation of Asian students - our university targeted the Islamic society as part of the government's demand for academics to spy on 'Asian-looking students'. In this situation, Socialist Worker has been an invaluable tool for cutting through the racist lies of the mainstream media and politicians."

Noreen Fatima

"Socialist Worker has become one of the most important sources of news about labor struggles around the world. I receive emails on my blog from workers in Britain who read in SW about the struggles in Egypt, keen to extend solidarity. It's what a working class paper should be. We always wait for it impatiently in Egypt. It inspired me and other labor activists on the left in Egypt to follow suit, and try to organize for the empowerment of the working class from below."

Egyptian activist

"Socialist Worker, along with other papers on the left, does great work in reporting stories the mainstream press ignore. Keep going!"

Ken Loach

"Socialist Worker provides news from the parts of Britain the other papers do not report - particularly industrial disputes, and the vast and under-valued peace movement. The paper plays an important role in our society."

Victoria Brittain

"Socialist Worker gives great coverage to the anti-war movement in a world dominated by the corporate media"

Patric Orr, School Student Anti-War activist

"The 21st century is demonstrating powerfully that capitalism cannot produce a decent life for the vast majority of men and women across the globe. Socialist Worker is vital because it points to a tradition of socialist politics and struggle that, begun in earlier times, is the way forward today."

Trevor Ngwane, South African anti-privatisation activist

"When we were on strike last year, it was great to have such supportive coverage in Socialist Worker. When you read about disputes, it makes you feel part of something much bigger - that you are not the only ones fighting. The paper also helps people to organise and keep in touch with other trade unionists and campaigners."

Amanda, bus worker at Metroline, London

"Socialist Worker's coverage of our strike action was unrivalled. It provided a unique account of courage and struggle direct from the picked line, giving respect and dignity to the workers involved."

Paul Brandon, Chair, Unite 1/232 Branch,
Holloway Bus Garage

"Socialist Worker is an important alternative to the right-wing, mainstream press. It brings you up to date with disputes and keeps you in touch with the reality of issues around the world."

Pritesh Waheed, Leicester Postal Worker

"Socialist Worker was invaluable during our recent social care dispute with Glasgow City Council. Not only did it help to raise direct solidarity for our strike, but by keeping us informed of other industrial disputes we were able to send a UNISON delegation to the picket line at the Glasgow Herald newspaper showing support and building links with other workers on strike”

Robert Glen , Glasgow Social Care Worker