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This Christmas, Buy Nothing!
As consumers, we have power. Without anyone to buy stuff, the growth and ‘progress’ of capitalism would grind to a halt. So next time you’re faced with a buying decision, think carefully. Choose wisely. Do you really need to make the purchase? (If it’s food, then perhaps yes. Still, you can prefer the option with…
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How Eastern Congo Became the World’s Deadliest Conflict Zone
The Congolese people deserve better than to be collateral damage in a war for resources. An article by Elijah Astute.
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Systems of Power, by Drager Meurtant
Those in power know how to gain control: First, intimidation is an effective means to suppress the voice of opponents. If necessary, step up and use terror: this works by paralyzing opposition.
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Capitalism as socioeconomic cancer
You don’t have to look too far to see the heinous environmental and social damage capitalism wreaks on every shore it infests. Read on to find out what you can do about it.
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