Karl Marx famously viewed religion as the “opium of the masses”, an attitude which has remained prevalent on the left for over a century. But site editor Jonathan Rimmer argues the powerful factor of personal faith shouldn't be overlooked when discussing class issues and that radicalism is born the most unlikely places...

This week on Conter, writers have looked at the EU's neo-liberal ideology, the strategic implications of Brexit and possible alternatives to EU membership. But how far do we go to tackle the generational divide on the issue? Is it fair to say both Remainers and Leavers, old and young, partially misdirect frustrations triggered by western capitalism's failures? In this reflective piece, Auburn Langley shares an illuminating discussion she had with her grandfather in the immediate aftermath of Brexit...