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ON EXPOSURE 2/3 - Labour

On Looking • 179 implied HN points • 23 Jul 22
🎭️ Culture Labour Creative industry Visibility Neoliberalism Success
  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.

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.

"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.

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.

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.
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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.

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.

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

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
🎭️ Culture Architecture Urbanism Public spaces Neoliberalism Social media
  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.

Dank Lloyd Wright: Wanderer Above the Burning Yards

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
🎨 Art & Illustration Architecture Capitalism 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.

Bella Kozyreva: America's Uncanny Valley

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jun 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Foreign Policy Political narratives 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.

Do Not Research: Mont‐Pèlerin Field Trip

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
💾 History Neoliberalism Economic Development Corruption
  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.

Zambia: What really is neoliberalism anyway?

Something to Consider • 0 implied HN points • 01 Apr 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Neoliberalism Corruption Economic Policy Privatization
  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.