Congratulations, Jeremy Corbyn!

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Leftists oriented to mass-organizations have new hope! If the [[https://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/e2029c2e-5965-11e5-9846-de406ccb37f2.html#axzz3lXdwNlnq][[opposite-]editorial in the Financial Times]] is an indicator, the Labour Party of the UK has the potential to provide a model for political parties throughout the Anglo-American world. “The scale of Mr Corbyn’s victory - winning the first round of the contest with nearly 60 per cent of the vote - will prompt much discussion over why Labour’s rank-and-file has warmed to him. He has benefited from grassroots anger over economic austerity and social inequality. In an age of professional politicians, he appeals, especially to the young, as a sincere and authentic figure.”