In May 2025, Jack Byrne published Burning Down the House, the first novel in a new trilogy, The Red Detective, which propels the narrative into our immediate present. Byrne uses Matt’s speeches to articulate a fierce critique of ineffective activism and the structures of power. Burning Down the House, like its predecessors, confirms the past is not past; it is the fuel for the present’s fire. At People’s World, we believe news and information should be free and accessible to all, but we need your help. If you enjoy reading People’s World and the stories we bring you, please support our work by donating or becoming a monthly sustainer today.