Participatory Socialism in Venezuela: Work Communes as Socialism From Below

The propaganda machine in Yankeedom presents socialism as if the state is the the only productive unit and the head of the state is always a dictator. But even a superficial look at the actual economic situation in Venezuela shows the presence of worker self-management. In this 10 minute video, we see communes in action, initiating everything from communal kitchens, to sports, schools, cultural programs and car washes. This is socialism from below!