Instead of the better known ecological aspects, here is focus on the markedly left-wing social policy of the Greens, as basic democracy (self-government) is just as an important element of the Green movement as environmental protection.

Introduction of a radical, pro-perestroika Soviet „new left" group and their leader, Boris Kagarlitski. Their proposals to push back state socialism. A manifestation of representing self-government in the Soviet Union.

On the basis of the Maquis, Stalinism at home and during the anti-capitalist attempts in Afrika, Imre Marton summarizes his views on the possibilities of the left wing today, the guilt and values of the communists, the process of globalization and the consequences of low level of development.

The history so far and problems of the Association. Péter Márkus's opinion about the Association's goals and possibilities.

The emergence of workers' Self-Government Movement and the motivations behind its establishment.