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Liberals Hate Socialists Because Socialists Are The Real Thing

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1834 implied HN points • 20 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Socialism Liberalism Capitalism Civil Rights Military Policy
  1. Socialists and liberals often clash because socialists expose the realities that liberals might prefer to ignore. This makes it uncomfortable for liberals who want to believe in their ideals.
  2. Supporters of Israel can be divided into two groups: those who accept the harsh realities and those who deceive themselves about the situation. Both groups ultimately support the same actions, just with different attitudes.
  3. Believing that capitalism can solve environmental problems is like having blind faith. Many think technology will save us while ignoring that continued profit pursuit harms our planet.

No, Capitalism Did Not Make America the Richest Country

Erik Examines • 268 implied HN points • 25 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economics Socialism History Immigration Capitalism
  1. America's wealth didn't come solely from capitalism or hard work; other factors played big roles too. There are many things we often overlook when we talk about America's economic success.
  2. Many Europeans didn't come to America only to escape oppression. They actually had other options within Europe, and they were often seeking better land and opportunities instead.
  3. The U.S. had vast resources like fertile land and coal, which helped it industrialize faster than many European countries. These natural advantages were a key reason for America's economic power.

Macroeconomics: The predator of foolish regimes

Noahpinion • 19353 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
💰 Finance Macroeconomics Debt Management Economic Policy Socialism
  1. Bad economic decisions, like keeping currency overvalued or borrowing too much in foreign currency, can lead to big problems for any government. This can happen regardless of whether a country is socialist or capitalist.
  2. Countries often face different types of economic crises. For example, some might deal with inflation while others face deflation, and they need to respond differently to fix these situations.
  3. Leaders who think they can control the economy through micromanaging are usually getting it wrong. Big economic problems need big-picture solutions.

Only Socialism Can Fix This (Gestures to The American Hellscape)

JoeWrote • 139 implied HN points • 18 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political theory Economic Policy Labor Rights Socialism Capitalism
  1. America needs more than just minor repairs; it needs a complete rethink of how power and wealth are distributed. Simple fixes won't stop the rise of aggressive capitalism.
  2. The New Deal helped many but didn't end the dangers of capitalism, which still threaten social programs like Medicare and Social Security.
  3. We must not only push for useful social policies but also ensure that the systems allowing wealth concentration are dismantled to protect those policies for the future.

Deconstructing NIH, CDC and FDA: Culture Matters

Who is Robert Malone • 19 implied HN points • 11 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Health Bureaucracy Socialism Policy change Healthcare
  1. The current leaders and culture at the NIH, CDC, and FDA are shaped by their historical ties to Vietnam War drafts and a mix of socialism and corporatism. This affects how public health decisions are made today.
  2. There's a strong belief that public health should focus on the greatest good for the most people, which can overlook individual health needs and freedoms. This approach is seen as a concern for some who value personal choice.
  3. Changing the culture of these health organizations won't be easy. It requires a push for new leaders who prioritize health promotion over just treating disease, moving away from the existing bureaucratic mindset.
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Liberals have always emphasized the need for collective action

Demodexio • 132 implied HN points • 30 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Liberalism Socialism Collective action Democracy Political theory
  1. Liberals believe people should work together to solve problems, not just focus on individual efforts. Collective action is really important in creating change.
  2. Socialism is often seen as a barrier to this teamwork because it can fixate on class issues. Liberals argue that this focus makes it hard to address other important aspects of people's lives, like race and gender.
  3. Throughout history, thinkers have emphasized that a successful society relies on people coming together for common goals. This idea has been part of liberal thought for over 2,400 years.

Repeated False Accusations of Fascism

Who is Robert Malone • 16 implied HN points • 03 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Ideology Media Analysis Populism Socialism Fascism
  1. Accusations of fascism are often used by some to attack political opponents, especially those who are center-right or populist. This can be seen as a sign of weakness in their own arguments.
  2. Modern left-wing politics in Europe may have more similarities with historical fascism than they care to admit, while right-wing populist movements are unfairly labeled as fascist.
  3. The focus should be on promoting freedom of thought and speech, as well as encouraging individual choices in health and economics, to improve society and counteract failing globalist policies.

Do Not Vote for those Who Support Genocide (w/ Kshama Sawant) | The Chris Hedges Report

The Chris Hedges Report • 180 implied HN points • 31 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Socialism Labor Movement Political strategy Political Activism
  1. Kshama Sawant believes that voting for candidates who support genocide is unacceptable. She argues that if such serious issues are not treated as red lines, we risk losing sight of what is important.
  2. Sawant emphasizes the need to build a strong, independent, worker-led movement, particularly through the support of candidates like Jill Stein who represent anti-war and pro-worker values.
  3. She discusses the importance of being honest with voters about the electoral reality, suggesting that even a small percentage of votes for an independent candidate can send a powerful message and help energize people to fight back against the two-party system.

History Unknown: The CIA Bought (and Changed) George Orwell's "Animal Farm"

JoeWrote • 46 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
💾 History Cold War Propaganda CIA Socialism Literature
  1. The CIA has been involved in many controversial and extreme actions, such as planning false flag attacks, making it hard to speak about American foreign policy without sounding extreme.
  2. George Orwell, under his real name Eric Arthur Blair, had a complicated political history, shaped in part by his experiences during the Spanish Civil War.
  3. Orwell's book 'Animal Farm' is not just about communism but a critique of the Soviet Union's style of governance, as he wanted to highlight its flaws rather than dismiss socialism altogether.

The Capitalist is Useless.

JoeWrote • 92 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Capitalism Socialism Economic Theory Labor Rights Wealth Inequality
  1. Capitalists were once important for society by helping to build industries and trade. Now, they are seen as less useful because most work is done by the people, while capitalists take the profits without doing much themselves.
  2. Modern technology comes a lot from public funding and resources, showing that capitalists often profit off ideas created by the public. So, people can question what actual role capitalists play in today's economy.
  3. Instead of relying on capitalists, society could benefit more from worker-owned businesses and government-managed industries. This would allow everyone to get fair value for their work and reduce exploitation.

Thinking Harder About Justice: Rawls vs. Cohen vs. Marx (UNLOCKED)

Philosophy for the People w/Ben Burgis • 758 implied HN points • 08 Jan 23
📖 Philosophy Political Philosophy Socialism Marxism Justice Inequality
  1. Marxist philosopher G.A. Cohen criticizes John Rawls's theory of justice from the left
  2. Cohen's idea of 'socialist equality of opportunity' aims to correct inequalities linked to factors beyond an individual's control
  3. Rawls and Cohen may be in a semantic dispute about the term 'justice', but both their perspectives are important in highlighting existing injustices and guiding future progress

What We Talk About When We Talk About Inequality

Philosophy for the People w/Ben Burgis • 339 implied HN points • 14 May 23
📖 Philosophy Equality Socialism Justice
  1. The post discusses G.A. Cohen's luck egalitarianism, a dialogue with socialist philosopher Christine Sypnowich, and the focus of egalitarians on what to equalize.
  2. A forum in _Boston Review_ titled "Is Equal Opportunity Enough?" features a discussion on justice led by Christine Sypnowich.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only, prompting a subscription to access the content.

Capitalism unchained

Global Inequality and More 3.0 • 830 implied HN points • 04 May 23
🌍 World Politics Capitalism Democracy Authoritarianism Socialism Fascism
  1. Democracy does not necessarily come with capitalism and may even be destroyed by it.
  2. Unbridled capitalism leads to social instability empowering right-wing parties.
  3. Success of Western capitalism in mid-20th century was influenced by pressure from Soviet Union and left-wing parties, which led to a period against normal capitalist tendencies.

Why degrowth eco-socialism?

Adapt : Survive : Prevail • 275 implied HN points • 09 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Degrowth Capitalism Socialism
  1. Capitalist growth prioritizes profit over human needs, leading to suffering and environmental degradation.
  2. Degrowth eco-socialism advocates for reducing overall economic activity to align with human needs and sustainability.
  3. Creating an egalitarian society through wealth redistribution and instituting socialism is crucial for a sustainable future.

The Election Vindicates JoeWrote's Mission (And Shows Why You Should Support It).

JoeWrote • 33 implied HN points • 11 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Analysis Election coverage Political Commentary Socialism
  1. Both mainstream and independent media often fail to provide the honest and critical analysis that people need. Many people feel disappointed with how current events are covered.
  2. There is a need for media that offers realistic and hopeful solutions to societal problems, rather than just identifying issues without addressing their causes.
  3. Supporting alternative outlets, like JoeWrote, can help create content that focuses on socialist and anti-imperialist perspectives, aiming to fill the gaps left by traditional and independent media.

Subversive as All Hell

Symposium • 235 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Individualism Socialism Progressivism
  1. Rose Wilder Lane stood for self-reliance and freedom, resisting government control and embracing individualism.
  2. Critiques of progressivism and the New Deal focused on the rejection of individualism and the rise of paternalistic authority.
  3. Lane, Paterson, and Rand advocated for individualism in the face of societal conformity, influencing the modern libertarian movement.

A brief history of capitalism (& socialism & communism)

The Novelleist • 684 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Capitalism Socialism Communism Regulation
  1. Industrialization led to the growth of big corporations, creating inequality which sparked movements for socialism and communism.
  2. Workers' rights improved through regulations in capitalist countries after World War II, leading to economic prosperity.
  3. Capitalism emerged as the most successful economic model globally, but there are ongoing challenges like wealth inequality and environmental impact that need to be addressed.

Eugene Debs ran for U.S. president from prison. Here's how that went.

What's Left • 176 implied HN points • 06 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Socialism Presidential Campaigns Prison Reform Free speech Political History
  1. Eugene Debs ran for U.S. president from prison and got nearly a million votes.
  2. Debs' campaign embraced his prisoner status, parallel to Trump's situation, but their motives and supporters differed.
  3. Debs' imprisonment stemmed from anti-war rhetoric, highlighting free speech issues of the time.

At UN, Bolivia presents revolutionary 14-point socialist program to transform world

Geopolitical Economy Report • 259 implied HN points • 01 Oct 22
🌍 World Politics Socialism UN Globalization Peace Human Rights
  1. Bolivia's President proposed a 14-point socialist program at the UN to address issues like world peace, health care, and food sovereignty.
  2. The program included calls to substitute weapons manufacturing with compensation for the poor and to prioritize universal health care systems.
  3. The President also addressed the need to rebuild economic capacities in countries hurt by capitalism, like promoting debt relief and balancing trade relations.

Inside Nicaragua's Sandinista Revolution: 43 years resisting imperialism

Geopolitical Economy Report • 279 implied HN points • 23 Jul 22
🌍 World Politics Imperialism Socialism Anti-Imperialism Latin America
  1. The Sandinista Revolution in Nicaragua emphasizes social programs, popular participation, and anti-imperialism.
  2. There is strong grassroots support for the Sandinista Front in Nicaragua, with President Ortega enjoying high approval ratings.
  3. Nicaragua has built solid infrastructure and provided security and social programs under the Sandinista government, receiving positive feedback from its citizens.

[Transcript] The Political Theory of Liberal Socialism with Matt McManus

JoeWrote • 8 implied HN points • 11 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political theory Socialism Liberalism Labor Movement Democratic Party
  1. Liberal socialism combines ideas from both liberalism and socialism. It supports the idea that the economy should be democratic while protecting personal rights and properties.
  2. Socialists can also embrace liberal principles like freedom of expression and religious toleration. The relationship between socialism and liberalism is complex, and both sides can learn from each other.
  3. To achieve change, rebuilding the labor movement is essential. Socialists can work within the Democratic Party while also considering creating alternative parties to push for more leftist policies.

Abortion in Cuba vs US shows which country is truly democratic

Geopolitical Economy Report • 299 implied HN points • 23 May 22
🌍 World Politics Abortion Democracy Socialism US Politics Healthcare
  1. Cuba's healthcare system, including abortion rights, is free and enshrined in a constitution voted on by the people, in contrast to the US where decisions are made by unelected judges.
  2. Cuba's democratic process involves grassroots participation and direct input from the masses in debates and referendums, showcasing a more participatory form of democracy compared to the US.
  3. Socialism in Cuba has led to the full actualization of reproductive rights for women, emphasizing the importance of socialism in ensuring democratic and reproductive freedom for all.

Can a Socialist Become Mayor?

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 14 implied HN points • 24 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Socialism Campaigns Political theory Government
  1. Zohran Mamdani is running for mayor and would be the first Muslim and South Asian mayor of New York if elected. This is a significant step in representation in politics.
  2. His campaign is unique because he openly identifies as a socialist, which is rare in New York's mayoral history. This could attract a different type of voter who supports leftist ideas.
  3. Despite his strong points, Mamdani faces challenges, like a lack of endorsements and experience compared to typical candidates, which may make it tough for him to win.

Ukraine is brutally repressing the left, criminalizing socialist parties, imprisoning activists

Geopolitical Economy Report • 279 implied HN points • 25 Mar 22
🌍 World Politics Repression Socialism Activism Ukraine
  1. Ukraine's Western-backed government is cracking down on the left, criminalizing socialist parties, and imprisoning activists, using Russia's invasion as a justification.
  2. Neo-Nazis have infiltrated Ukrainian security agencies since a 2014 US-backed coup, leading to violent repression of left-wing individuals and groups.
  3. The Ukraine government has implemented extreme laws banning communist symbols, songs, and affiliations, and has received support from the US and EU despite violating civil liberties.

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.

How China and its anti-neoliberal globalization challenges US-led imperialism and its Monroe Doctrine

Geopolitical Economy Report • 99 implied HN points • 30 Aug 22
🌍 World Politics Imperialism Socialism Globalization
  1. The rise of China and its anti-neoliberal globalization offers Latin America an opportunity to challenge neocolonialism.
  2. The presence of China and its productive, anti-neoliberal globalization is historically significant.
  3. The productive globalization led by China marks a transition from capitalism to socialism, which Latin America must understand and embrace.

The Political Implications of Digital Worlds

The 21st Century Proletarian • 39 implied HN points • 06 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Socialism Capitalism Class Struggle
  1. Socialism is facing challenges in the current political landscape, with capitalism prevailing as the dominant system.
  2. The increasing immersion in digital worlds through technologies like VR may distract us from addressing real-world problems and fuel isolation and inequality.
  3. Hyper-personalization and isolation in virtual spaces could hinder political engagement, highlighting the importance of real-life connections for meaningful change.

President Milei Gave The #1 Speech At The 2024 WEF In Switzerland.

Global Community Weekly (GloCom) • 19 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Interventionism Socialism Political Power Economic Policies
  1. President Milei's speech at 2024 WEF highlighted the negative impact of interventionism on small businesses and families.
  2. Big corporations and global leaders support interventionism to maintain power and control over citizens, while the burden falls on the middle class and small businesses.
  3. Acceptance of destructive policies by global leaders is driven by fear, resulting in economic struggles for the middle class and small businesses.

What They Get Wrong About DSA

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 9 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democratic Party Socialism Party Politics
  1. The Democratic Socialists of America operate within and beyond the Democratic Party, aiming to establish socialism and overthrow capitalism.
  2. DSA views the Democratic Party as a vehicle to be exploited for their socialist goals, rather than supporting it outright.
  3. Despite its decentralized nature with various member factions, DSA primarily focuses on competing in Democratic primaries and is cautious about forming a separate 'worker's party.'

How The American Economy Was Centrally Planned During World War II.

JoeWrote • 22 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economy Government Socialism Policy War
  1. During World War II, the American economy was centrally planned through mechanisms like the Office of Price Administration to ensure efficient distribution of resources.
  2. Despite common belief, history shows that the US government has succeeded in providing public goods and services, like putting astronauts on the moon and saving the auto industry.
  3. The successes of central planning in the past indicate that the government could use similar mechanisms today to address issues like food insecurity, healthcare, and housing.

VOL 62: Capitalism, Socialism and Communism Comparisons

MAP's Tech Newsletter. • 14 implied HN points • 20 May 23
🌍 World Politics Socialism Capitalism Economic Systems International relations Government Systems
  1. Sweden transitioned from socialism to capitalism in the 1990s and saw rapid economic growth.
  2. Socialism and capitalism exist on a spectrum with pros and cons, and a balance of both systems may be ideal for a country's specific circumstances.
  3. Capitalism, as the dominant economic system, has shown progress in areas like life expectancy and poverty reduction but is not without challenges like inequality.

The dead are at our backs

Metal Machine Music by Ben Tarnoff • 39 implied HN points • 07 Nov 19
🕹 Technology History Socialism Labor Innovation
  1. Technology Left needs to learn from the past: It's important to look back at the history of movements democratizing technology to find inspiration, learn lessons, and feel connected to a community.
  2. Past experiments in democratizing technology: The GLC in 1980s London created Technology Networks to democratize design and development, emphasizing socially useful production. This innovation from below aimed to involve communities in technology creation.
  3. Creating spaces for democratic technological practice today: The idea of Technology Networks could inform creating spaces where participants engage in self-organization, politicization, and work towards meaningful social change.

5 Important Lessons I’ve Learned from Thomas Sowell

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economics Government Capitalism Socialism
  1. A free market economy allows businesses and individuals to thrive without government interference, leading to economic efficiency and higher living standards.
  2. Incentives are powerful motivators that drive people and businesses to take specific actions, such as producing goods and services that consumers desire.
  3. Government intervention in the economy can result in crony capitalism, where businesses gain unfair advantages through political connections, harming the overall economy.