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hudsonreview.com
| | globalsouth.co
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| | [AI summary] The discussion revolves around the transformation of the United States and its global influence, with a focus on the New Deal's role in economic recovery and social reforms. It contrasts the U.S. current economic policies under Biden with those of Russia and China, highlighting the shift towards a more people-centric approach in the latter. The conversation touches on the impact of neoliberalism, the rise of alternative economic models, and the importance of understanding economic systems on a civilizational level. The dialogue also includes insights on Mexico's economic turnaround and the influence of U.S. media on other nations, emphasizing the need for critical analysis of media narratives.
| | www.steelsnowflake.org
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| | A look at Wittgenstein's "lost" years (1918-1926) when he worked as an elementary school teacher in rural Austria. How was Wittgenstein as a teacher? Both bad and good. What else was going on during these years? He worked on getting the Tractatus printed and published a children's spelling book. Finally, what happened to end Wittgenstein's teaching career? His frequent application of corporal punishment finally went too far and caused a humiliating scandal that forced him from teaching forever.
| | michael-hudson.com
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| | [AI summary] This article delves into the historical context of economic systems, focusing on the collapse of ancient civilizations like Greece and Rome due to oligarchic structures and unsustainable debt. It highlights the contrast between ancient practices of debt cancellation and modern financial systems, emphasizing the importance of debt forgiveness to prevent social and economic collapse. The discussion includes insights from economist Michael Hudson, who argues for the necessity of debt cancellation as a means to restore economic balance and avoid the fate of ancient civilizations. The piece also touches on the implications of global debt, particularly for the Global South, and suggests that debt forgiveness could be a critical step toward justice and...
| | judithcurry.com
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| by Javier VinĂ³s The unlikely volcano, the warmest year, and the collapse of the polar vortex. The climate events of 2022-24 have been were truly extraordinary. From an unlikely undersea volcanic eruption to the warmest year on record to the collapse of the polar vortex after three sudden stratospheric warming events. This rare convergence presents...