Red Sun – People's Movement
Red Sun – People's Movement | |
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| Spokesperson | Yolanda Ruiz |
| Founded | 20 September 2016 |
| Political orientation |
Communism Marxism–Leninism–Maoism Revolutionary socialism |
| Political position | Far-left |
| Website | |
| http://solrojista.blogspot.com/ | |
Red Sun – People's Movement (Sol Rojo – Movimiento del Pueblo) is a revolutionary Marxist–Leninist–Maoist communist party that emerged in Mexico in 2016. Its formation represents a schism from the Hoxhaist Communist Party of Mexico (Marxist–Leninist). The organization's ideological foundations are deeply influenced by the thought of Mao Zedong and Abimael Guzmán, figures central to the development of Maoism and its application in revolutionary movements globally. The ultimate objective of Red Sun is the establishment of a "New Democracy" in Mexico, with the stated aim of "completing" the Mexican Revolution.
Ideological Foundations
The core ideology of Red Sun – People's Movement is firmly situated within the Marxist–Leninist–Maoist tradition. The party views Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels, Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, Mao Zedong, and Abimael Guzmán as the prinicipal architects of Marxism–Leninism–Maoism.
Organizational Activities and Focus Areas
Red Sun's primary activities are concentrated in rural and indigenous movements. This strategic focus aligns with classical Maoist theory, which emphasizes the revolutionary potential of the peasantry as the main force in protracted people's war, particularly in countries with large rural populations and significant indigenous communities. Engaging with rural and indigenous populations allows the party to tap into existing grievances related to land dispossession, poverty, exploitation, and cultural oppression, thereby building a social base for revolutionary change. This approach is also consistent with Guzmán's emphasis on establishing base areas in the countryside, away from the direct control of the state, as a prerequisite for launching a successful people's war.
While their primary focus is rural and indigenous movements, Red Sun also maintains some involvement in student, union, and women's activism. This broader engagement reflects an understanding that a successful revolution requires a multi-faceted approach, mobilizing various sectors of society. Student movements have historically played a significant role in revolutionary struggles, often serving as a source of intellectual and activist cadres. Involvement in union activism allows the party to connect with the industrial proletariat and urban working class, addressing issues of labor exploitation and advocating for workers' rights. Finally, engagement with women's activism acknowledges the importance of gender equality and the liberation of women as integral components of a broader revolutionary transformation, a theme that has gained increasing prominence in contemporary Marxist thought.