Temokalati (Democracy)
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Pacific focused (ENG) analysis of news, culture & politics. Progressive, socialist & democratic.
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The Human Rights and Democracy movement has a 50 year history in Tonga, from an informal grouping in the 70s to an electoral movement in the 90s, and forming government in the 2010s.
#tonga #tongapolitics #socialist #socialism #pacific #pacificpolitics #polynesia
#tonga #tongapolitics #socialist #socialism #pacific #pacificpolitics #polynesia
On November 20th, Tonga will hold its 2025 General Election. The democratic ovement, organised primarily within the Democratic Party of the Friendly Islands (DPFI/PTOA), is utterly incapable of winning the struggle for democracy.
November 15, 2025 at 6:09 AM
On November 20th, Tonga will hold its 2025 General Election. The democratic ovement, organised primarily within the Democratic Party of the Friendly Islands (DPFI/PTOA), is utterly incapable of winning the struggle for democracy.
Mālō e lava mai comrades,
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November 14, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Mālō e lava mai comrades,
We now have a ko-fi which we will use to accept one-off donations. If you like what we're doing at Temokalati, and want to support us financially, consider a small donation.
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We now have a ko-fi which we will use to accept one-off donations. If you like what we're doing at Temokalati, and want to support us financially, consider a small donation.
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Bernard M. of Organise Aotearoa writes on the West Papuan struggle against Indonesian settler-colonialism, and how the West Papuan struggle fits in the politics of the Asia-Pacific.
#tonga #pacific #socialism #politics #polynesia
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#tonga #pacific #socialism #politics #polynesia
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Overview of the West Papuan independence struggle
Bernard M. of Organise Aotearoa writes on the West Papuan struggle against Indonesian settler-colonialism, and how the West Papuan struggle fits in the politics of the Asia-Pacific.
temokalatimag.substack.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Bernard M. of Organise Aotearoa writes on the West Papuan struggle against Indonesian settler-colonialism, and how the West Papuan struggle fits in the politics of the Asia-Pacific.
#tonga #pacific #socialism #politics #polynesia
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/overview-o...
#tonga #pacific #socialism #politics #polynesia
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Mālō e lava mai comrades,
We now have a ko-fi which we will use to accept one-off donations. If you like what we're doing at Temokalati, and want to support us financially, consider a small donation.
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We now have a ko-fi which we will use to accept one-off donations. If you like what we're doing at Temokalati, and want to support us financially, consider a small donation.
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Support Temokalati
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November 9, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Mālō e lava mai comrades,
We now have a ko-fi which we will use to accept one-off donations. If you like what we're doing at Temokalati, and want to support us financially, consider a small donation.
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"I would like to end this paper with the following concluding remarks. Like everything else, the aristocracy is changing, and there are very encouraging signs of re-invigoration in its ranks..."
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The social context of the pro-democracy movement in Tonga [1992]
Scholar Epeli Hau’ofa writes on the social and material background to Tonga's pro-democracy movement, as part of his presentation for the 1992 Convention.
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October 21, 2025 at 3:24 AM
"I would like to end this paper with the following concluding remarks. Like everything else, the aristocracy is changing, and there are very encouraging signs of re-invigoration in its ranks..."
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/the-social...
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/the-social...
Ba Mahuta Brig. Gen. Lamek Taplo, recently killed by Indonesian colonial forces alongside three others. The Ngalum Kupel commander was killed by a bomb dropped by a drone. Papua Merdeka!
The struggle for an independent West Papua continues.
The struggle for an independent West Papua continues.
October 20, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Ba Mahuta Brig. Gen. Lamek Taplo, recently killed by Indonesian colonial forces alongside three others. The Ngalum Kupel commander was killed by a bomb dropped by a drone. Papua Merdeka!
The struggle for an independent West Papua continues.
The struggle for an independent West Papua continues.
'Akilisi Pohiva: "Tonga's stable government is not of its own making, but the result of an economy propped up with aid money and remittances." (1997)
October 17, 2025 at 12:39 AM
'Akilisi Pohiva: "Tonga's stable government is not of its own making, but the result of an economy propped up with aid money and remittances." (1997)
In the early 2000s, the Human Rights & Democracy Movement Tonga (HRDMT) put forward four drafts of an "alternative government structure".
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Basic Proposal for an alternative structure of government for Tonga [ENG]
In the early 2000s, the Human Rights & Democracy Movement Tonga (HRDMT) put forward four drafts of an "alternative government structure".
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October 16, 2025 at 11:32 PM
In the early 2000s, the Human Rights & Democracy Movement Tonga (HRDMT) put forward four drafts of an "alternative government structure".
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/basic-prop...
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/basic-prop...
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In all seriousness, this is a very valuable project that absolutely should get the support of Oceanic socialists. Subscribe, read, contribute, disseminate!
In our opening editorial, we explain why Temokalati exists, the problems of socialist leadership in the struggle for democracy in the Pacific, and how socialism is necessary to establish a free, democratic, emancipated Pacific.
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/introducin...
#Tonga
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#Tonga
October 16, 2025 at 12:42 AM
In all seriousness, this is a very valuable project that absolutely should get the support of Oceanic socialists. Subscribe, read, contribute, disseminate!
Thomas Sankara was killed in a coup led by his former ally on October 15th, 1987. This coup was supported by French colonial forces - and Muammar Gaddafi. Without a revolutionary socialist party with a Marxist program, opportunism wins, and 'liberationists' become scabs.
October 16, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Thomas Sankara was killed in a coup led by his former ally on October 15th, 1987. This coup was supported by French colonial forces - and Muammar Gaddafi. Without a revolutionary socialist party with a Marxist program, opportunism wins, and 'liberationists' become scabs.
Tonga's youth vote matters, but in an anti-democratic system such as Tonga's, their vote can only go so far. This is why in November, Tongan youth must vote for democratic candidates. But Tongan youth must also mobilise for democratic rights and against the nobility.
October 16, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Tonga's youth vote matters, but in an anti-democratic system such as Tonga's, their vote can only go so far. This is why in November, Tongan youth must vote for democratic candidates. But Tongan youth must also mobilise for democratic rights and against the nobility.
The capitalist system is a sinking ship, and unless we fight for a better world, it will take us down with it.
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Capitalism is a sinking ship
The capitalist system is a sinking ship, and unless we fight for a better world, it will take us down with it.
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October 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The capitalist system is a sinking ship, and unless we fight for a better world, it will take us down with it.
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/capitalism...
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/capitalism...
Tonga's 2006 riots were the culmination of decades of political struggle, not a simple outburst of 'gang violence', writes Max J, originally for Partisan Magazine.
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Revolution & Counter-Revolution in Tonga
Tonga's 2006 riots were the culmination of decades of political struggle, not a simple outburst of 'gang violence', writes Max J for Partisan Magazine.
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October 15, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Tonga's 2006 riots were the culmination of decades of political struggle, not a simple outburst of 'gang violence', writes Max J, originally for Partisan Magazine.
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/revolution...
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/revolution...
We are very excited to republish some old documents from the Human Rights & Democracy Movement (Tonga), which give an insight into their liberal-bourgeois political orientation. Coming soon! In English and in Tongan.
#Tonga #Democracy
#Tonga #Democracy
October 13, 2025 at 8:55 PM
We are very excited to republish some old documents from the Human Rights & Democracy Movement (Tonga), which give an insight into their liberal-bourgeois political orientation. Coming soon! In English and in Tongan.
#Tonga #Democracy
#Tonga #Democracy
In our opening editorial, we explain why Temokalati exists, the problems of socialist leadership in the struggle for democracy in the Pacific, and how socialism is necessary to establish a free, democratic, emancipated Pacific.
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/introducin...
#Tonga
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/introducin...
#Tonga
October 13, 2025 at 6:10 PM
In our opening editorial, we explain why Temokalati exists, the problems of socialist leadership in the struggle for democracy in the Pacific, and how socialism is necessary to establish a free, democratic, emancipated Pacific.
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/introducin...
#Tonga
temokalatimag.substack.com/p/introducin...
#Tonga
Tonga's support for Israel is a black stain on the Pacific, and a sign of Dr. Eke's increasing desperation to cozy up to U.S. imperialists for paltry foreign aid. Tongan workers and toilers must support the Palestinians.
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
October 13, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Tonga's support for Israel is a black stain on the Pacific, and a sign of Dr. Eke's increasing desperation to cozy up to U.S. imperialists for paltry foreign aid. Tongan workers and toilers must support the Palestinians.
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
R.I.P: Veteran journalist and Matangi Tonga Online founder/editor Pesi Fonua passes away at 78 (Kaniva Tonga)
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Matangi Tonga Online Editor and veteran Pacific journalist Pesi Fonua passes away at 78 - Kaniva Tonga News
Nukuʻalofa, Tonga — Pesi Siale Fonua, editor of Matangi Tonga Online and a distinguished figure in Pacific Islands journalism, has passed away at the age of 78. Fonua was a beloved husband, father, an...
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October 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM
R.I.P: Veteran journalist and Matangi Tonga Online founder/editor Pesi Fonua passes away at 78 (Kaniva Tonga)
kanivatonga.co.nz/2025/10/mata...
kanivatonga.co.nz/2025/10/mata...
Mālō e lava mai comrades,
We have launched a substack (it was remarkably less of a hassle than a wordpress etc). Please subscribe, as we will be posting articles online very soon.
-Editor
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We have launched a substack (it was remarkably less of a hassle than a wordpress etc). Please subscribe, as we will be posting articles online very soon.
-Editor
temokalatimag.substack.com
Temokalati | Substack
Socialist news, politics & culture by and from Pasifika democrats. Based in NSW, Australia. Click to read Temokalati, a Substack publication. Launched an hour ago.
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October 12, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Mālō e lava mai comrades,
We have launched a substack (it was remarkably less of a hassle than a wordpress etc). Please subscribe, as we will be posting articles online very soon.
-Editor
temokalatimag.substack.com
We have launched a substack (it was remarkably less of a hassle than a wordpress etc). Please subscribe, as we will be posting articles online very soon.
-Editor
temokalatimag.substack.com
The Human Rights and Democracy movement has a 50 year history in Tonga, from an informal grouping in the 70s to an electoral movement in the 90s, and forming government in the 2010s.
#tonga #tongapolitics #socialist #socialism #pacific #pacificpolitics #polynesia
#tonga #tongapolitics #socialist #socialism #pacific #pacificpolitics #polynesia
October 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The Human Rights and Democracy movement has a 50 year history in Tonga, from an informal grouping in the 70s to an electoral movement in the 90s, and forming government in the 2010s.
#tonga #tongapolitics #socialist #socialism #pacific #pacificpolitics #polynesia
#tonga #tongapolitics #socialist #socialism #pacific #pacificpolitics #polynesia
WANTED: YOU
Are you a Pacific Islander/Oceanic Indigenous socialist residing in AU/NZ? We want to expand our reach, and need your help. If you are interested in a project to fight for socialist politics in the Pacific, get in touch:
temokalati@proton.me
Best,
Temokalati
Are you a Pacific Islander/Oceanic Indigenous socialist residing in AU/NZ? We want to expand our reach, and need your help. If you are interested in a project to fight for socialist politics in the Pacific, get in touch:
temokalati@proton.me
Best,
Temokalati
August 1, 2025 at 8:51 PM
WANTED: YOU
Are you a Pacific Islander/Oceanic Indigenous socialist residing in AU/NZ? We want to expand our reach, and need your help. If you are interested in a project to fight for socialist politics in the Pacific, get in touch:
temokalati@proton.me
Best,
Temokalati
Are you a Pacific Islander/Oceanic Indigenous socialist residing in AU/NZ? We want to expand our reach, and need your help. If you are interested in a project to fight for socialist politics in the Pacific, get in touch:
temokalati@proton.me
Best,
Temokalati
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June 19, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Comrades & friends,
We issue this statement after recent events. Socialists must champion the democratic rights & liberties of LGBTQ+ workers in all countries.
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
We issue this statement after recent events. Socialists must champion the democratic rights & liberties of LGBTQ+ workers in all countries.
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
June 19, 2025 at 3:36 AM
Comrades & friends,
We issue this statement after recent events. Socialists must champion the democratic rights & liberties of LGBTQ+ workers in all countries.
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
We issue this statement after recent events. Socialists must champion the democratic rights & liberties of LGBTQ+ workers in all countries.
Mālō ‘aupito,
Temokalati
Comrades & friends,
Find below our reply to King Tupou VI's Address from the Throne, where he calls for "greater accountability, integrity, and transparency".
Only one path to democracy in Tonga: republic! Only socialism can build such a democratic republic.
#tonga #democracy
Find below our reply to King Tupou VI's Address from the Throne, where he calls for "greater accountability, integrity, and transparency".
Only one path to democracy in Tonga: republic! Only socialism can build such a democratic republic.
#tonga #democracy
May 28, 2025 at 5:56 AM
Comrades & friends,
Find below our reply to King Tupou VI's Address from the Throne, where he calls for "greater accountability, integrity, and transparency".
Only one path to democracy in Tonga: republic! Only socialism can build such a democratic republic.
#tonga #democracy
Find below our reply to King Tupou VI's Address from the Throne, where he calls for "greater accountability, integrity, and transparency".
Only one path to democracy in Tonga: republic! Only socialism can build such a democratic republic.
#tonga #democracy
People often overlook the #pacificislands and class struggle that takes place there. But in 2006, Tongan workers and toilers took to the streets demanding the democratic reforms that politicians had agitated for over decades prior. This culminated in a long, destructive riot.
May 22, 2025 at 6:17 AM
People often overlook the #pacificislands and class struggle that takes place there. But in 2006, Tongan workers and toilers took to the streets demanding the democratic reforms that politicians had agitated for over decades prior. This culminated in a long, destructive riot.
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A very promising project, in my opinion. I suggest giving them a follow and getting in touch, I certainly have.
We are a progressive & democratic, pro-socialist publication which aims to publish quarterly (every 3 months). We're in early stages. Please see graphic below for more info.
![We are a publication of progressive, democratic & socialist politics focused on the Pacific. We are based in Australia and primarily publish in English for the moment. We're looking for articles (800-1000 words) and essays (1000-2500 words). We mainly aim to publish Pacific focused news, journalism, culture, and analysis. Contact temokalati[at]proton[dot]me if interested.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:4zthfmoy7tq5mcm4p7rvjwi5/bafkreiadtmhf2xv6fvexsdethaftzfwokxybz2uz2dkwax5hu2narq4xve@jpeg)
May 14, 2025 at 6:41 AM
A very promising project, in my opinion. I suggest giving them a follow and getting in touch, I certainly have.