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| | [AI summary] The author discusses their critical examination of Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and its implications, particularly in relation to inflation, economic policy, and the distribution of wealth. They argue that MMT proponents often fail to address systemic issues like inequality and the structural problems of capitalism, despite their claims of progressive intent. The author uses Venezuela as an analogy to highlight concerns about inflation and the potential downsides of monetary financing, such as the risk of stagflation or liquidity traps. They also critique the jobs guarantee as a conservative policy, suggesting that alternative approaches like universal basic income might be more effective. The author emphasizes the need for the left to adopt sma...
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| | [AI summary] The article discusses the financial challenges of Social Security, arguing that the program's shortfall is more due to congressional inaction rather than income inequality, and critiques the simplistic solutions proposed by pundits.
| | climateandcapitalism.com
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| | Two new books argue that green capitalism will save us. Neither is convincing.
| | nofrakkingconsensus.blogspot.com
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| The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) may be a science body. But it is also an organization. Organizations have rules. When t...