some thoughts… Beyond State Control and Stagnation In the current political landscape, socialism is often portrayed as a relic of the past, associated with state control and economic stagnation. But this caricature ignores the true essence of socialism—its focus on collective empowerment. Socialism, at its core, is about giving ordinary people control over their lives […]
some thoughts… The Ultimate Yet Hollow Solution Economic growth, that magical elixir prescribed for all societal ills, is thrust upon us as the ultimate goal, the panacea for poverty, unemployment, and every other social ill that might trouble our sleep. We are told, in tones of grave authority, that without growth, the very fabric of
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some thoughts… The Bedrock of a Just Society Public services—like healthcare, education, and transportation—are the bedrock of a just society. They are supposed to be the great equalisers, providing everyone, regardless of their background, with the tools and support they need to lead a decent life. Yet, in practice, these services often fall short, marred
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some thoughts… The Myth of the Free Market We like to believe that in a capitalist society, the market is free, driven by competition, and shaped by the choices of millions of individuals. This belief, however, conceals a far more troubling reality: the economy is increasingly controlled and planned by a small number of large
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some thoughts… A Seductive Narrative The story of modern society is one of relentless individualism. From an early age, we are taught that our destiny is ours alone to forge, that success or failure rests squarely on our shoulders. This narrative, seductive in its appeal to personal responsibility, has permeated every aspect of our lives,
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some thoughts… The State vs. the Market – The False Dichotomy In the mythology of modern capitalism, the state and the market are often depicted as opposing forces. The state, we are told, is a lumbering giant, prone to inefficiency and corruption, while the market is nimble, innovative, and the true engine of progress. This
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some thoughts… The Capitalist Promise of Freedom In the grand narrative of modern society, capitalism is often portrayed as the ultimate embodiment of freedom. We are told that within a capitalist system, individuals are free to choose, to compete, and to succeed based on their own merits. The market, we are assured, is the great
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some thoughts… Freedom or Control? The story we’ve been told about neoliberalism is that it’s a movement to reduce the state’s grip on our lives, to let markets breathe, and to expand our personal freedoms. This narrative, seductive in its simplicity, has been parroted by politicians, economists, and the media for decades. But beneath the
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