Socialism 2026: Full Schedule

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10:00am CDT

Saturday September 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am CDT

Marxist historians note that “primitive” or “original” accumulation preceded capitalism. This early concentration of wealth depended on the theft of common lands, colonization, slavery, and the displacement of Indigenous peoples. It also required the imposition of a modern gender order. This presentation traces the role of gender discipline in both original accumulation and later moments of intensified capitalist accumulation.

Speakers

Eric Maroney

Eric Maroney is a socialist writer and member of the Tempest Collective. His first book, tentatively titled The Anti-trans Turn, is forthcoming from Haymarket Books.

Saturday September 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
TBA

Gender-Sexuality-Liberation

12:00pm CDT

Sex for Pleasure: Controlling your Reproduction Under a Pro-Natalist Regime

Saturday September 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT

TBA

In a post-Dobbs era, are restrictions on birth control next? Probably. Learn about alternative contraception methods in a hands-on workshop with a doula + herbalist. **this is not medical advice, educational in nature **

Speakers

Emily Likins-Ehlers

Emily Likins-Ehlers is a full spectrum doula and educator in Illinois. They have been working with contraceptive plants and Fertility Awareness for over a decade.

Saturday September 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
TBA

Gender-Sexuality-Liberation

3:00pm CDT

Funding Until It’s Free: Building a Movement for Tomorrow While Fundraising for Today

Saturday September 5, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

TBA

A conversation with members of direct aid funds in Chicago discussing strategies related to fundraising for and providing direct services in our times. A conversation reflecting on charity vs solidarity and ways to fight for and build a better world while meeting people’s needs now.

Moderators

Socialism 2026

10:00am CDT

Eric Maroney

12:00pm CDT

Emily Likins-Ehlers

3:00pm CDT

Mary Coleman

Lawrence Koval

Qudsiyyah Shariyf

Em Gonzalez

Chicago For Abortion Rights

Lux

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