Edward Torsney considers the ratchet mechanism built into our political system. Successive governments compound each incremental step towards authoritarianism and intolerance. The result is inevitably fascism. Today we’re spotlighting Edward Torsney and his most recent article. This week he featured on the UK’s finest news website SKWAWKBOX ! This was his first published piece for…
The Medu Ensemble, formed by South African exiles in 1979, used art as a form of resistance against apartheid. Displaying resilience through art, music, theatre, and literature, they highlighted themes of oppression and solidarity. They mobilized communities and raised international awareness, significantly contributing to the anti-apartheid movement. Their legacy teaches that art fosters empathy and collective resistance.
Calling all artists of the resistance! Sign up and submit your work. Painting, digital, social media, music, poetry. It’s all art if it resists fascism!