Why Capitalism Was Destined to Come Out on Top in the 2020 US Election
No matter who “won” the U.S. election, what will not change is the capitalist organization of the country’s economy.
Europe’s COVID-19 Pandemic Spirals Out of Control
2.5 lakh new cases of COVID-19 are found each day in Europe. The inability of governments in Europe, as in America, to act decisively to stop the pandemic reflects the bankruptcy of capitalism.
Capitalism | Fascism | Online Blog | USA | World Economy | World Politics
National (In)Security and the Pentagon Budget
Whoever wins in the US presidential elections in 2020, increased spending for the Pentagon, rather than real national security, lies in store.
Marx, Engels and Metabolic Rift – Part One
In contrast to the misconception that Marx and Engels were only concerned about economics, the article (in 2 parts) highlights how they in fact had plenty to say about environmental degradation, focusing in particular on their notion of a metabolic rift.
Chile’s New Constitution, Wiping Away the Last Stains of Pinochet
The US people would do well to learn some valuable lessons from the heartening sight of ordinary people in Chile forcing a small ruling elite to accept, against all odds, the need for radical reforms.
The Fight for Abortion has been the Struggle of Polish Women for Generations
Last week’s ruling in the Constitutional Court placing further restrictions on abortion access in Poland sent a shockwave through society and brought tens of thousands on to the streets in protest.
Nation-wide Strike in Colombia: Trade Unions, Indigenous People, Women, Students Join Hands
Amidst the increase in the numbers of massacres and murders of social leaders, a nation-wide strike has gripped Colombia since October 21.
Kill the Bill, or It Will Kill Us All
Because of the threat that the Omnibus Bill poses to Indonesian society, workers, students, peasants, and all elements of social movements have boldly opposed it.
Work or Toil in the Pandemic
Technology does not deliver a “happy life” (Smith) or “abundant leisure” (Keynes). Mechanisation under capitalism has actually led to more ’bullshit jobs’ that destroy creativity and meaningful work, while increasing toil.
Capitalism | COVID19 | Economy | Online Blog | World Economy
Covid-19 Pandemic has Proved that Free Market Policies have Failed, Says Pope
Pope Francis has presented his blueprint for a post-COVID-19 world, covering a vast number of issues from fraternity and income inequality to immigration and social injustice.