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What is a Mother?

The Abbey of Misrule • 483 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Cultural Progressive Neoliberalism Feminism
  1. Ireland's constitution of 1937 marked a significant shift towards independence, neutrality, and revival of Irish culture and language.
  2. The evolution of Ireland from a traditional Catholic society to a more progressive, globalized state has led to significant changes in laws and societal values.
  3. Proposed changes to the Irish constitution highlight a shift towards progressive ideals, with a focus on removing traditional gender roles and promoting individual rights over familial structures.

The Rise and Fall of Japan's National Public Railway Labor Unions

S(ubstack)-Bahn • 160 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
💾 History Labor Unions Privatization Neoliberalism Japan
  1. Japan's national public railway labor unions faced a significant decline from their powerful past, with membership dropping drastically over the years.
  2. The labor unions within Japan's national railways held significant influence and power in the past, shaping the fate of the railways through radical left-wing politics and strikes.
  3. The privatization of Japan's national railways in the 1980s marked the end for the powerful labor unions, leading to mass layoffs, legal battles, and the dissolution of the unions.

The debt explosion: How neoliberalism fuels debt crises

Geopolitical Economy Report • 558 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
💰 Finance Debt Neoliberalism Economy Commercial Real Estate Banking
  1. Debt has surged globally due to neoliberal economics, leading to countless crises.
  2. The Federal Reserve's actions focus on bailing out the financial sector, even when it doesn't benefit the economy at large.
  3. The US economy is heavily dominated by finance, insurance, real estate, military, pharma, and tech sectors, all characterized by high levels of monopoly and rent-seeking behaviors.
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Is neoliberalism really dead? Or does it live on like a zombie?

Geopolitical Economy Report • 318 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Neoliberalism Debt Monopolies Globalization Cold War
  1. Neoliberalism continues to evolve and adapt, with different variations over the decades.
  2. Debt has played a significant role in the rise of neoliberalism, with exponential growth especially in the neoliberal era.
  3. The current global dynamics reflect a new Cold War, where neoliberalism faces off against alternative economic models represented by countries like China and Russia.

Canada's Perpetual Neoliberal Housing Crisis

History's Parrot • 98 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Neoliberalism Housing Crisis Ideologies Political Events
  1. Canada's housing crisis is affected by political events and refugee policies, leading to insufficient coordination between influx of refugees and available housing.
  2. Neoliberalism is deeply entrenched in Western governments, promoting wealth privatization and public debt, widening the gap between rich and poor.
  3. The misappropriation of public wealth under neoliberalism includes compromising senior care for profit, creating debt traps in poor countries, and investing in unnecessary projects like the F35 jet fighters.

DRAFT: How Can We Deal wiþ Zombie Neoliberal Ideas?

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 445 implied HN points • 26 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism Economic Policy Government intervention Political Ideologies Historical Analysis
  1. The text discusses the persistence of neoliberal ideas despite criticism.
  2. It emphasizes the importance of industrial policy in addressing societal challenges.
  3. The comparison between the Western market-focused approach and the developmental states of East Asia is highlighted.

"Slouching Towards Utopia": The Sean Illing "Grey Area" Interview

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 38 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economic History Neoliberalism Political Ideologies
  1. The interview discusses economic growth and sustainable resource distribution, focusing on the perspectives of Friedrich von Hayek and Karl Polanyi.
  2. DeLong emphasizes the importance of historical perspective in understanding current economic and social challenges, advocating for a more inclusive and equitable economic model.
  3. The conversation explores the historical 'Long Twentieth Century' and its impact on human productivity, wealth creation, and the need for innovative solutions to address current existential challenges.

Sandbox Politics~Parliament is back!

History's Parrot • 58 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Neoliberalism Government Accountability Political parties Foreign Policy Democracy
  1. Governments must focus on addressing the underlying issues, not just the symptoms.
  2. Neoliberalism has marginalized governments in the West, leading to political redundancy and lack of accountability.
  3. Canada's political landscape is dominated by neoliberalism, resulting in a decline in democracy and the need for reform.

Russia leaves neoliberal West to join World Majority - Economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson explain

Geopolitical Economy Report • 717 implied HN points • 20 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics International relations Neoliberalism Global South
  1. Russia is turning away from the West and moving towards integration with the 'World Majority' in the Global South.
  2. There is a shift towards a multipolar world order, with countries like China and Russia promoting a move away from Western finance capitalism towards a more socialist global majority.
  3. Keynes' proposals for a new international financial system, including bancor and International Clearing Union, are being revisited by China and show a push away from the dominance of the US dollar.

From Genocide to the Brave New Multipolar World

History's Parrot • 78 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Genocide Neoliberalism History Empires
  1. Societies are facing collapse due to neglect, betrayal, and the concentration of power and money in the hands of a few.
  2. Neoliberalism leads to societal destruction, alienation from humanistic values, and exploitation by power elites.
  3. Genocides are not sudden events but are set in motion by societal collapses, liberal sellouts, excessive greed, and the breakdown of empathy and common sense.

Mailbag 02.27.24

Unpopular Front • 23 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Global Conflict Authoritarianism Neoliberalism
  1. The situation in Ukraine appears grim and challenging, with both sides facing real material difficulties in the war.
  2. The rise of authoritarian politics is not solely caused by economic immiseration, but also by the breakdown of the previous social order and leadership crisis.
  3. Local conditions and history play a significant role in the rise of far-right movements in different countries, with unique factors shaping each situation.

US corporations cash in on Ukraine's oil and gas

Geopolitical Economy Report • 578 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Privatization Conflict resolution Neoliberalism International Organizations
  1. US corporations like ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Halliburton are in talks to take over Ukraine's oil and gas industry as Ukraine sells off its public assets.
  2. The Ukrainian government is using the war as an excuse to implement aggressive anti-worker laws, treating the country as a for-profit company and pushing for privatization.
  3. Ukraine aims to attract US companies like Halliburton for oil production projects, even as the country seeks to drill for offshore natural gas off Crimea, with the help of the IMF imposing neoliberal reforms.

Inside Russia: Economists describe impact of Western sanctions and Ukraine war

Geopolitical Economy Report • 538 implied HN points • 17 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Russia Ukraine war Neoliberalism Economic Impact
  1. Economists in Russia observe the country's deepening integration with Asia and its shift away from neoliberal economics.
  2. Despite Western sanctions and the war in Ukraine, Russia's economy has been relatively resilient with only a minor decrease in growth.
  3. Russian economists are increasingly adopting anti-neoliberal positions, emphasizing state controls and redistribution as crucial for economic survival against sanctions.

Ukraine's neoliberalism on steroids, Europe’s economic suicide

Geopolitical Economy Report • 458 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🌍 World Politics Europe Russia Neoliberalism Industrial Policy Trade
  1. The conflict in Ukraine reflects aggressive neoliberal reforms and Europe's self-destructive policies.
  2. Wars are fought not just with arms, but also with economic strategies. The underlying geopolitical economy is complex.
  3. Russia is focused on turning military victory in Ukraine into a new economic order, challenging Western imperialism and promoting a multipolar world.

China builds global alternative as US-led financial order decays

Geopolitical Economy Report • 438 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🌍 World Politics Global Development Climate action Economic Systems Neoliberalism
  1. China is building a global economic alternative while the US-led neoliberal financial order weakens.
  2. Understanding historical context is key to grasping China's development path and its impact on the global economy.
  3. Facing challenges, the world can find hope in alternative economic models and a shift away from Western domination.

Ukraine's Zelensky sends love letter to US corporations, promising 'big business' for Wall Street

Geopolitical Economy Report • 438 implied HN points • 25 Jan 23
🌍 World Politics Neoliberalism Foreign Relations Corporate Influence Economic Policy International Trade
  1. Ukrainian president Zelensky is actively seeking investment from US corporations like BlackRock, JP Morgan, and Goldman Sachs, encouraging them to do business in Ukraine.
  2. Zelensky's government has implemented aggressive anti-worker policies, limiting union rights and encouraging a pro-corporate environment.
  3. Western governments and corporations are planning aggressive neoliberal reforms for Ukraine, aiming to privatize and deregulate industries with the help of powerful entities like BlackRock.

Burning Down the House!

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 6 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Christian nationalism Conspiracy Theories Neoliberalism Authoritarianism
  1. Jared Yates Sexton offers a sharp analysis of right-wing authoritarianism, Christian nationalism, and conspiracy theory culture from ancient Rome to today.
  2. Sexton traces the rise of these political elements, examining their historical roots and the impact on modern society.
  3. The American Dream and current social structures are evolving, leading to a battle over what will replace them and shape the future.

Reconsidering Milton Friedman and the negative income tax

Hypertext • 59 implied HN points • 15 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Poverty Economics Social programs Neoliberalism
  1. The NIT proposed by Friedman could have advantages in targeting poverty by providing cash transfers without distorting the market.
  2. Friedman's NIT plan was not fully accepted due to various factors such as concerns about work incentives, opposition from special interest groups, and the perception of it being a neoliberal initiative.
  3. There is ongoing interest in income floor ideas like the NIT and UBI today, but there are distinctions between the two models and challenges in gaining support for the NIT concept.

In fiery UN speech, Honduras condemns colonialism, neoliberalism, coups, corporate exploitation

Geopolitical Economy Report • 418 implied HN points • 26 Sep 22
🌍 World Politics Colonialism Neoliberalism United Nations
  1. Honduras' President denounces colonialism, neoliberalism, coups, and corporate exploitation at the UN, advocating for multipolarity and an end to economic dictatorship.
  2. The Honduran leader highlights the country's struggle against US-backed coups, violence, and the impact of odious debt, emphasizing the need to reject austerity policies.
  3. Xiomara Castro presents ambitious plans for transforming Honduras, focusing on tax evasion crackdown, education reform, food sovereignty, and de-privatization of public services.

Zelensky is literally selling Ukraine to US corporations on Wall Street

Geopolitical Economy Report • 219 implied HN points • 09 Sep 22
🌍 World Politics Foreign Relations Neoliberalism Economic Policy
  1. Ukraine's President Zelensky is opening up the country to US corporations on Wall Street for exploitation through a selloff program.
  2. Zelensky invited foreign corporations to invest billions in the country's projects, emphasizing economic opportunities.
  3. Critics liken Zelensky's actions to extreme neoliberal policies, highlighting concerns over labor rights and economic inequality.

Tool libraries are about repairing communities

Fight to Repair • 98 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Community Infrastructure Social Neoliberalism Sustainability
  1. Tool libraries offer a low-cost option for people to access tools, fostering repair and community building.
  2. Investing in social infrastructure like tool libraries can create more resilient, sustainable, and connected communities.
  3. Funding directly to support tool libraries can confirm their value to the community, rather than heavily relying on constant fundraising efforts.

West's neoliberal 'age of abundance' is over, as war and sanctions boomerang home

Geopolitical Economy Report • 199 implied HN points • 29 Aug 22
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Neoliberalism
  1. France's President Macron highlighted the end of an era of abundance, signaling a significant shift or crisis.
  2. Western wars and sanctions are starting to have negative consequences domestically, indicating the decline of neoliberal capitalism.
  3. Neoliberalism is facing a collapse as its foundational elements like cheap resources, labor, and debt are no longer sustainable.

Brazil’s ex-president Dilma Rousseff: US-China conflict is neoliberalism vs socialism

Geopolitical Economy Report • 159 implied HN points • 06 Apr 22
🌍 World Politics Socialism Neoliberalism Latin America Global Economy
  1. Former Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff views the US-China conflict as a clash between neoliberalism and socialism, criticizing US sanctions and praising China's economic model for challenging US-led capitalism.
  2. Rousseff highlights the importance of Latin America asserting independence, aligning with China, and participating in institutions like BRICS to reduce unfair asymmetry in global economic institutions dominated by the US.
  3. The conflict between the US and China is not just political but a clash between two economic systems - neoliberalism and socialism. Rousseff points out issues with neoliberalism like income inequality and praises China's focus on equity and state intervention in the economy.

Neoliberalism, civilisation, barbarism

The Leftovers • 59 implied HN points • 12 Oct 22
📚 Literature Neoliberalism
  1. The author emphasizes the importance of creative reading over creative writing for writers.
  2. The idea that there may be useful things to learn from academic endeavors like creative writing, despite skepticism.
  3. A 7-day free trial is offered to subscribe and read the rest of the post on The Leftovers.

How elite US institutions created Afghanistan’s neoliberal President Ashraf Ghani, who stole $169 million from his country

Geopolitical Economy Report • 119 implied HN points • 03 Sep 21
🌍 World Politics Neoliberalism Corruption Afghanistan Elite Institutions
  1. President Ashraf Ghani, a product of elite US institutions, stole $169 million from Afghanistan before fleeing his country.
  2. Ghani's rise to power was carefully managed by prestigious US think tanks and academic institutions.
  3. Ghani was seen as a symbol of the exportation of neoliberalism to Afghanistan and was praised by Western governments until his downfall.

Reflections on Workplace Infantilisation

The 21st Century Proletarian • 19 implied HN points • 22 Aug 22
🎭️ Culture Workplace dynamics Corporate culture Employee Satisfaction Neoliberalism Solidarity
  1. Modern workplaces are increasingly resembling playgrounds for adults, with fun activities and colorful environments to create a more enjoyable work atmosphere.
  2. The infantilization of office culture can lead to employees feeling disempowered, lacking genuine workplace satisfaction, and being discouraged from advocating for their own interests.
  3. The Stepford employee dynamic, cultivated by companies treating workers like children, can suppress autonomous thinking, hinder collective organizing for better conditions, and foster a culture where employees rely on the company to dictate appropriate behavior.