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Elane Heffernan
Longtime former SWP member and activist involved in anti-racist and community organising, who recounts personal experiences and critiques of the party's culture and handling of abuse.
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Jan 10, 2026
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Comrade Delta: Organisation, Theory, and the Failure of Britain's Biggest Revolutionary Party
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David Renton, a historian and author, and Elane Heffernan, a former SWP member and activist, dive deep into the fallout of the Socialist Workers Party's infamous scandal. They explore the party's historical allure and the toxic culture that led to its decline, particularly its treatment of sexual assault complaints. Elane shares her personal journey of disillusionment, while David highlights structural issues and the failure to confront feminism’s role. Together, they discuss practical reforms for political organizations to prevent such failures in the future.
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