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For diplomatists and statesmen of England, it has not been the inspiration among the inheritors of the liberal traditions of England. For them Zionism is right in itself. They see 2,000 years of persecution and ostracism, 2,000 years of intolerance. State and church, their enemies too, have united in the age-long persecution of a race. They see Zionism not only as a city of refuge for the oppressed, but one which they and England have taken a share in building. It is a credit to them. It is their amende, a gesture in the face of the liberal nations of continental Europe.

Focuses on the role of journalist H.W. Massingham to promote Liberalism in Europe. Emergence of the Conservative or the Radical camp during the post-World War I period; Information about Massingham's tenure as the editor of the journal London Nation; Role of Massingham in countering commercialism in journalism; Comments on the style of journalism adopted by Massingham.

Focuses on the policy proposed by the politician M. Poincare regarding the economic ruin of Germany. Claims that Germany must pay as much as the French government demands; Setback for civilization in Europe of perhaps a century's duration; Issues between France and Germany related to economic conditions of both countries; Comments on liberalism and nationality; Invasion of the Ruhr as an illegal act; Actions taken by League of Nations regarding waging war.

The execution by firing squad of the five Catalonian labor leaders, carried out in spite of the protest of the International Federation of Free Trade Unions and other non-Communist organizations, has aroused a great outcry, especially in Europe and Latin America. The leaders are not among those who cherish the hope that American or any other influence will "liberalize" the Spanish dictator Francisco Franco regime. Franco's fascism is the real thing, and the executions in Barcelona are only a continuation of twelve years of repression and terror.

Focuses on plans of European invasion formulated by Great Britain, during the World War II. Need of the second-front campaign to invade Europe; Statement that Great Britain alone cannot invade Europe; Need of a definite military strategy for the invasion; Statement of British statesman Winston Churchill that absolutely essential condition for a British invasion of Europe was always to have been that Russia and the United States must join with England; Argument that British military had compelled Germany to attack the Soviet Union; Demand of Soviet Communists for an immediate second front; Risks involved in those second!front campaigns; Refusal of liberals to support second-front campaign because they were afraid of Soviet predominance in Europe; Opposition to the invasion of Europe in the U.S.; Statement of U.S. Senators that Japan should be attacked first; Support of the American public to the British invasion on Europe, due to the fear of Russian predominance in Europe.

The connection between civil war in China and European imperialism and the responsibility of the British Labor Government for the continued disorder and the suppression of the liberal movement of politician Sun Yat-sen are discussed in this article. British policy in China illustrates some of the difficulties of constitutional as opposed to revolutionary socialism. It is impossible for anyone in England, even the prime minister, to know the truth about any event in China until six weeks after it has happened.

Focuses on the war of social classes among various nations in Europe. Violation of the Locarno Pact by Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler when he occupied the Rhineland; Objectives of the German policy; Success of the Czechs in treating minorities with a nearer approach to liberalism than any of the other new states.

Offers a look at the political and socio-economic issues in Europe. Relations between the country and Hungary; Details on the autonomous legislature in Croatia; Emphasis on revolutionary liberalism of the League of Nations.

Speculates on the global political and economic conditions. View that political conditions of Europe are indicating the possible outbreak of a war; Statement that if one believes that such a war is inevitable, he is surely the victim of propaganda; Information that fascist dictatorships in Italy and Germany and Japan may finally fall of their own weight; Information on the doctrine of economic determinism; Statement that the world is now confronted by a choice between liberty and security.

Presents letters to the editor referencing articles and topics discussed in previous issues. Description of social problems faced by the people of Germany; Lack of basic necessities in Germany; Discussion of the opinion of religious leaders of the United States regarding political conditions in Europe; Hesitation of liberal churchmen to carry their liberalism into the field of international politics.