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The Fine Art of Tribalism

Castalia • 79 implied HN points • 26 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Neoliberalism
  1. People are naturally social and form communities or tribes. This tribalism is a basic part of who we are as humans.
  2. Liberalism tries to move beyond tribal identities by promoting universal rights and values. However, tribal identities continue to influence people's lives.
  3. In today's world, neoliberalism often prioritizes profit over community, making it important for individuals to create their own tribes based on shared values and interests.

The Problem With Neoliberalism

Integrity Talk • 33 implied HN points • 13 Jul 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  1. Neoliberalism focuses on free markets with less government control, believing this helps things like trade and competition. However, it can make services like healthcare and education more expensive for many people.
  2. There's a debate about whether the government should step in to support innovation. Some think government help is crucial for success in tech, while neoliberals argue the market can self-regulate better.
  3. Neoliberalism isn't just about cutting government spending; it's also about finding a balance. Some government support can be important for big projects, while markets are good at improving technologies quickly.

ON EXPOSURE 2/3 - Labour

On Looking • 179 implied HN points • 23 Jul 22
🎭️ Culture Neoliberalism
  1. Workers in creative fields often engage in 'hope labour' by working for exposure in hopes of future paid opportunities.
  2. The concept of visibility as a measure of success in the creative industries can be detrimental, leading to a focus on being seen rather than making a decent living.
  3. Exposure and hope labour create a system that benefits those already in comfortable positions, while often excluding or alienating marginalized individuals.

Big Tech's Class War Politics

Unpopular Front • 88 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  1. Silicon Valley has shifted political views due to crises in both the U.S. political system and its own beliefs, leading to new coalitions forming that differ from the past.
  2. The tech sector is experiencing a class conflict where some entrepreneurs are pushing for changes against traditional management and labor structures, inspired by authoritarian models.
  3. This new tech movement could attempt to gain majority support, but its harsh approach may limit its ability to create a long-lasting, stable social system.

Neoliberalism is Back!

KERFUFFLE • 57 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  1. Neoliberalism is making a comeback, resembling previous political patterns where promises of change ultimately benefit the elite.
  2. Past leaders like Obama and Trump had populist messages, but their actions often favored corporate interests instead of truly supporting the public.
  3. Current political moves are seen as repeating historical mistakes, with influential figures like Elon Musk drawing attention away from genuine worker empowerment.
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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 Neoliberalism
  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.

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

S(ubstack)-Bahn • 160 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
💾 History Neoliberalism
  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.

Like Reagan With a Shotgun

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 50 implied HN points • 07 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  1. Trump's recent comments may seem like he wants to be a dictator, but many believe he’s just following a long history of neoliberalism in the U.S. since Reagan.
  2. Rather than creating something new, Trump is seen as continuing the trend of dismantling government powers, benefiting only the wealthy.
  3. Historically, those in power use chaos and confusion to implement conservative policies, and this is viewed as part of the same playbook used by past administrations.

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.
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Jimmy Carter, Neoliberal; Lind Agonistes; Heterodox Economists; The Order

Unpopular Front • 32 implied HN points • 05 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  1. Jimmy Carter's presidency is often viewed as a failure, but his policies led to a shift towards neoliberalism in the Democratic Party.
  2. There is a troubling connection between South African apartheid and modern American capitalism, highlighted by the views of tech leaders like Peter Thiel.
  3. Recent trends in the tech world show a dangerous ideology that suggests certain people should always be in power, echoing old systems of inequality.

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
  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.

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

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 38 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  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.

Reflections on Workplace Infantilisation

The 21st Century Proletarian • 19 implied HN points • 22 Aug 22
🎭️ Culture Neoliberalism
  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.

Mailbag 02.27.24

Unpopular Front • 23 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics 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.

Burning Down the House!

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 6 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  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.

Zambia: What really is neoliberalism anyway?

Something to Consider • 0 implied HN points • 01 Apr 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  1. Zambia's economy heavily relies on copper exports, which makes it vulnerable to price fluctuations. If copper prices rise, the economy does better, but if they fall, it struggles.
  2. The country's government is heavily involved in businesses, which leads to corruption and unfair practices in privatization. This has hurt the working class and limited overall economic growth.
  3. To improve Zambia's economy, reforms should focus on reducing corruption and managing state assets better before jumping into privatization. Just selling off state enterprises without good governance doesn't benefit the country.

Bella Kozyreva: America's Uncanny Valley

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jun 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism
  1. Mori's concept of the uncanny valley explains how we feel repulsed when robots resemble humans closely but not perfectly. This theory also applies to our interactions with realistic humanoid robots and AI assistants.
  2. The current political landscape, from the Trump presidency to the Biden administration, can be likened to moving through an uncanny valley. Each administration represents a shift between familiarity and unsettling foreignness in governance.
  3. The eerie and weird, described by scholars like Fisher, offer insights into the disquieting feelings of our current uncertain times. To move forward, we must embrace the 'weird' by challenging existing political norms and demanding new, transformative policies.

Dank Lloyd Wright: Wanderer Above the Burning Yards

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
🎨 Art & Illustration Neoliberalism
  1. Hudson Yards in Manhattan symbolizes the trend of privatized urban development under capitalism.
  2. The architecture community is grappling with being dominated by finance capital and speculative real estate, leading to a lack of solidarity and meaningful change.
  3. There is a growing desire within the younger generation of architects for an anti-capitalist narrative and a need for outlets to express frustrations and disappointments.

Nate Sloan: Public-Private Partnerships for Mediate-Immediate Experiences

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
🎭️ Culture Neoliberalism
  1. Advertisement experiences in skyscrapers are positioned as an escape from enclosed spaces like the home office.
  2. Architectural experiences like 'Vessel' and 'Summit OV' reflect the merging of public and private spaces, driven by market incentives and social media influence.
  3. The dynamic between public and private sectors in urban development highlights the shift towards commercial interests over public good, impacting the concept of public space.

Do Not Research: Mont‐Pèlerin Field Trip

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
💾 History Neoliberalism
  1. After WWII, the Mont‐Pèlerin Field Trip laid the foundation for neoliberalism as a new economic orthodoxy.
  2. The Mont‐Pèlerin building intended to be luxury apartments lies empty due to halted credit flows and investor interest vanishing.
  3. One of the shareholders of the holding company involved in the Mont‐Pèlerin development has been implicated in fraud and money laundering, showcasing the dark side of neoliberalism.