Is Tariq Ali A-List?
No — Tariq Ali is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
Emerges as Student Activist
Gained prominence as a student activist and critic of the Vietnam War.
Early Writing and Activism
Established himself as a leading voice of the New Left.
New Left Review Involvement
Became a member of the editorial committee of *New Left Review*.
CounterPunch Contributions
Regularly contributes to publications such as *CounterPunch*.
The Clash of Fundamentalisms
Publishes *The Clash of Fundamentalisms*, a critical analysis of global politics.
Film and Documentary Work
Continued to create films and documentaries exploring themes of power and social change.
Continued Activism and Writing
Remains a vocal critic of capitalism, imperialism, and social injustice through writing and activism.
Last updated: February 21, 2026