System Change

System Change explores the deep impacts of the international financial system on society, economy, and the ecosystem, critiquing mainstream economic policies and advocating for systemic reforms. It delves into issues like housing, austerity, banking instability, and the role of monetary policy, emphasizing a shift towards more equitable and sustainable practices.

International Financial System Economic Policy and Reform Housing Crisis Austerity and Public Services Banking and Financial Stability Monetary Policy Global Economy Social and Economic Inequality

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491 implied HN points β€’ 10 Jan 24
  1. The art market is experiencing deflation as buyers prioritize debt repayment over new purchases.
  2. Debt deflation and low wages worldwide are driving the fall in prices of goods, services, and assets.
  3. China's economy, as the world's second largest, plays a significant role in global deflationary pressures and may require a drastic shift in economic policy to avoid a crash.
687 implied HN points β€’ 06 Jun 23
  1. The housing crisis in Britain is not just about supply and demand, but also about a global wall of money inflating housing values.
  2. Speculation in the property market is fueling high house prices, not a shortage of supply.
  3. To make housing more affordable, measures like property speculation tax and managing speculative capital flows are needed.
668 implied HN points β€’ 29 May 23
  1. The Money Interest holds real power over the planet and must be challenged by focusing on monetary policy.
  2. The economic model discussed highlights the need to shift focus from attacking the 99% for consumption to holding the 1% accountable for overproduction.
  3. To mobilize the majority for change, we must shine a light on the finance sector, educate ourselves on monetary policy, and focus on challenging the 1% instead of the 99%.
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314 implied HN points β€’ 26 Jun 23
  1. Debt forgiveness and liberty were fundamental in ancient societies through practices like the Jubilee principle.
  2. Historical principles of debt cancellation and freedom are echoed in modern-day struggles against oppression.
  3. Discussions on debt and system change are essential for understanding today's financial landscape.
412 implied HN points β€’ 10 May 23
  1. The design of the international financial system aims to de-democratize monetary policy and transfer wealth from the many to the 1%.
  2. Rate hikes by the Federal Reserve have led to financial instability and bank failures, despite efforts like the Inflation Reduction Act to help American families.
  3. Repeating past policies of high rates to tackle inflation is not effective, and may lead to severe financial instability and a repeat of historical failures.
432 implied HN points β€’ 02 Mar 23
  1. Austerity in Britain has negatively impacted public services and public sector employees.
  2. The economic policy of austerity has failed and led to a significant decrease in real wages for British workers.
  3. High public debt in Britain is a consequence of economic policy failure and does not directly impact the funding of public services.
334 implied HN points β€’ 15 May 23
  1. President Theodore Roosevelt's 'big stick' foreign policy emphasized using military threat to achieve goals without force.
  2. South Africa faced economic repercussions for snubbing US sanctions in relation to Russia, affecting its currency and economic autonomy.
  3. Global economic models and geopolitics favor wealthy interests, leading to calls for renewed focus on democracy and economic autonomy for the benefit of the majority.