In this episode, we revisit a forgotten chapter of Malayan history — the lives, struggles, and legacy of SA Ganapathy and P. Veerasenan.
Joining us is Sivarajan Arumugam from the Malaysia Socialist Party (PSM), as we explore the anti-colonial labour movement, the rise of multiracial worker solidarity, and the political forces that shaped modern Malaysia. Were Ganapathy and Veerasenan dangerous radicals, or freedom fighters erased from mainstream history?
This conversation dives into:
• The role of trade unions in the fight for independence
• British colonial repression and the Emergency
• The People’s Constitution and alternative visions for Malaya
• Race, class, and labour politics in Malaysia
• Why these stories still matter today
More than just a discussion about history, this is a reflection on memory, justice, workers’ rights, and what Malaysia could have become.
Featuring:
Sivarajan Arumugam — Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM)
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