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Breathless in Bordeaux: exhibition examines the process of breathing as a political and poetic act

The exhibition 'Air de repos' explores the political and poetic dimensions of breathing in a polluted, capitalist society.

Beyond Belief | Defector

The prevailing harshness of reality makes alternative, albeit flawed, realities seem appealing due to the absence of agency and meaningful choices.
#feminism

Alice Schwarzer, journalist: We are facing profound changes in the relationship between the sexes. It's dangerous'

Alice Schwarzer critiques the commodification of women and the impact of capitalism and globalization on modern feminism.

Simone de Beauvoir Explains "Why I'm a Feminist" in a Rare TV Interview (1975)

De Beauvoir rejected fatalistic approaches, criticizing societal institutions like patriarchy, marriage, and capitalism, emphasizing change and women's empowerment.

Alice Schwarzer, journalist: We are facing profound changes in the relationship between the sexes. It's dangerous'

Alice Schwarzer critiques the commodification of women and the impact of capitalism and globalization on modern feminism.

Simone de Beauvoir Explains "Why I'm a Feminist" in a Rare TV Interview (1975)

De Beauvoir rejected fatalistic approaches, criticizing societal institutions like patriarchy, marriage, and capitalism, emphasizing change and women's empowerment.
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Trump's victory exposes Biden administration's false claims about the 'evils of capitalism'

Bernie Marcus emphasized the importance of capitalism and the free market during his final years.

Why Did Latinos Vote for Trump?

Latino voters prioritize capitalism over traditional American values in their political choices.

What We Do in the Shadows Recap: Wall Street Vampires

Guillermo's transformation into a ruthless vampire mirrors the greed found in venture capitalists, highlighting a critique of modern capitalism.

5 Years Ago, One Underrated RPG Beat Bethesda at Its Own Game

The Outer Worlds brilliantly critiques capitalism and refines the RPG formula established by Bethesda in a compact, engaging manner.

Joseph Jacks bets on open source startups, a 'paradox of philanthropy and capitalism' | TechCrunch

Open source companies can blend philanthropy with sustainable business models, as demonstrated by OSS Capital's investments.

Less Sex Scenes, More Sex Shots: Sean Baker and Mikey Madison on "Anora" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

Sean Baker's films interrogate the relevance of fairy tales in contemporary society, blending humor and harsh realities.
#political-economy

The news industry finally reckons with the political economy of journalism

Political economy is crucial for the future of journalism
Structural analysis is needed to address the journalism crisis rather than focusing on individuals and algorithms

World Wide Waves: an interview with Laleh Kahlili

Shipping is crucial for capitalism and embodies systemic exploitation of labor in global supply chains.

The news industry finally reckons with the political economy of journalism

Political economy is crucial for the future of journalism
Structural analysis is needed to address the journalism crisis rather than focusing on individuals and algorithms

World Wide Waves: an interview with Laleh Kahlili

Shipping is crucial for capitalism and embodies systemic exploitation of labor in global supply chains.
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#economic-policy

Harris's Economic Pitch: Capitalism for the Middle Class

Kamala Harris emphasizes her pragmatic approach to economic policy, distancing herself from socialism while appealing to undecided voters.

Kamala Harris is closing in on the perfect economic message-but the left's price-gouging exaggerations could undermine it

Harris prioritizes protecting consumers from price gouging while still supporting competitive markets in normal conditions.

Harris's Economic Pitch: Capitalism for the Middle Class

Kamala Harris emphasizes her pragmatic approach to economic policy, distancing herself from socialism while appealing to undecided voters.

Kamala Harris is closing in on the perfect economic message-but the left's price-gouging exaggerations could undermine it

Harris prioritizes protecting consumers from price gouging while still supporting competitive markets in normal conditions.
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#philosophy

Recently Published Book Spotlight: Illusion and Fetishism in Critical Theory

Grollios critiques capitalism's distortion of human relationships, illustrating how economic systems undermine genuine connections and individual fulfillment.

Karl Marx, Weirder Than Ever

Marx's Capital faced initial indifference upon release, prompting Engels to seek attention for the work, emphasizing its significance for economic evolution.

Recently Published Book Spotlight: Illusion and Fetishism in Critical Theory

Grollios critiques capitalism's distortion of human relationships, illustrating how economic systems undermine genuine connections and individual fulfillment.

Karl Marx, Weirder Than Ever

Marx's Capital faced initial indifference upon release, prompting Engels to seek attention for the work, emphasizing its significance for economic evolution.
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#sally-rooney

Hot Commodity

Sally Rooney's works combine literary depth with mass appeal, reflecting both generational struggles and romantic pursuits.

Oliver Callan: 'Working in RTE is like being a Basil Fawlty character - you have to come to terms with funny frustration'

Oliver Callan reflects on his career, the challenges of capitalism, and the significance of family traditions in shaping his life experiences.

Hot Commodity

Sally Rooney's works combine literary depth with mass appeal, reflecting both generational struggles and romantic pursuits.

Oliver Callan: 'Working in RTE is like being a Basil Fawlty character - you have to come to terms with funny frustration'

Oliver Callan reflects on his career, the challenges of capitalism, and the significance of family traditions in shaping his life experiences.
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FilmWatch Weekly: 'Megalopolis,' 'Lee,' Latin American Film Fest, and much more

Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' represents his final artistic struggle against societal decay and personal ambition, showcasing his unique vision.

Politics hat-trick can't beat Arsenal at home | Brief letters

Public events can clash with important sports matches, affecting attendance.
There's a cultural shift in artwork displayed in government offices towards representation of women.
Tupperware's decline highlights the importance of planned obsolescence in capitalism.
Wildlife stories continue to astonish, as showcased by clever behavior of zoo animals.

The Enduring Influence of Marx's Masterpiece

Capitalism profoundly shapes human existence, social relations, and technological progress, raising significant challenges and opportunities for all life.

How HBO's Industry explores the unsatisfactory role-playing that workplaces demand of Black women

Black women in corporate spaces face a painful transition from being seen as 'pets' to 'threats' as they gain power.

The London Buzz - 26th August 2024

The Notting Hill Carnival faced violence again, prompting police frustration and calls for better safety measures.
#sustainability

The Intractable Puzzle of Growth

Economic growth presents a dual imperative: it's necessary for stability yet unsustainable for the environment, creating a significant societal conflict.

Making the Case for Capitalism

Short-term profit incentives can drive long-term change in combating climate crisis.
Capitalism can be modified to tackle climate change while delivering profits.

The Intractable Puzzle of Growth

Economic growth presents a dual imperative: it's necessary for stability yet unsustainable for the environment, creating a significant societal conflict.

Making the Case for Capitalism

Short-term profit incentives can drive long-term change in combating climate crisis.
Capitalism can be modified to tackle climate change while delivering profits.
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from english.elpais.com
2 months ago

Work kills, death to work

Work can be detrimental to mental and physical health, leading to burnout and depression, yet many jobs remain pointless or unnecessary.

Farewell to 'Evil,' a Show That Will Leave Us Knowing It Was Right

Evil concludes with a sense of closure, reflecting on faith and challenges against supernatural forces in a modern context.
#video-games

Squid Game Unleashed Lets You Play In A Cartoonish Version Of The Show's Capitalist Hellscape

Netflix's adaptation of Squid Game into a game trivializes the series' serious themes of capitalism and societal issues.

Revenge Of The Savage Planet Is A Surprising Sequel To A Great Metroidvania

Revenge of the Savage Planet expands upon its predecessor's themes, presenting a colorful critique of capitalism through engaging gameplay.

Squid Game Unleashed Lets You Play In A Cartoonish Version Of The Show's Capitalist Hellscape

Netflix's adaptation of Squid Game into a game trivializes the series' serious themes of capitalism and societal issues.

Revenge Of The Savage Planet Is A Surprising Sequel To A Great Metroidvania

Revenge of the Savage Planet expands upon its predecessor's themes, presenting a colorful critique of capitalism through engaging gameplay.
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Locarno Film Festival 2024: Eight Postcards from Utopia and Sleep #2 | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The film critiques how commercials reflect societal issues, especially regarding capitalism and post-Soviet identity.
'Eight Postcards from Utopia' uses humor and a creative montage to criticize consumerism.

Clockwise #567: That's Not How Capitalism Works - Relay FM

Capitalism today is evolving beyond mere profit motivations, focusing more on community engagement.
Apple's competition with creators signifies a changing digital economy.
#racism

"It's Not About the Operation. It's About Us": Rachel Somerstein on the Untold Story of C-Sections

The book 'Invisible Labor: The Untold Story of the Cesarean Section' by Rachel Somerstein explores the roots of reproductive care in the United States, highlighting racism, misogyny, and capitalism.

The Red Scare Overlapped With Another State-Sanctioned Panic: The Black Scare

The Black Scare and Red Scare were intertwined state-sanctioned panics that emerged in the United States in the early twentieth century.
Charisse Burden-Stelly's book, Black Scare / Red Scare, explores the conjoined nature of these panics and their connection to U.S. capitalist racist society.

"It's Not About the Operation. It's About Us": Rachel Somerstein on the Untold Story of C-Sections

The book 'Invisible Labor: The Untold Story of the Cesarean Section' by Rachel Somerstein explores the roots of reproductive care in the United States, highlighting racism, misogyny, and capitalism.

The Red Scare Overlapped With Another State-Sanctioned Panic: The Black Scare

The Black Scare and Red Scare were intertwined state-sanctioned panics that emerged in the United States in the early twentieth century.
Charisse Burden-Stelly's book, Black Scare / Red Scare, explores the conjoined nature of these panics and their connection to U.S. capitalist racist society.
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How this 'Godfather of Sustainability' persuades CEOs to change their business

The article discusses the author's experiences in dealing with powerful corporate entities and industries, likening them to predators like sharks in the business world.

Did the Early 1990s Break American Politics?

Fukuyama's 'End of History' thesis still relevant despite challenges faced since 1989.

We've got the talent and the tech. So why can't Britain grow its own world-beaters? | Will Hutton

Britain missed the chance to become a hi-tech superpower, losing many tech companies to foreign ownership except Sage.
#public-opinion

In Defense of Broad Private Property Ownership

Anxieties about the compatibility of democracy and capitalism have existed throughout history
Public opinion towards capitalism and democracy is shifting, especially among younger generations

The cost of living crisis has made the UK a poorer, more anxious nation and worse is yet to come | Andy Beckett

Prices under capitalism are key agreements but are becoming less transparent in some London shops, reflecting a cost of living crisis and widespread misunderstanding of inflation.

In Defense of Broad Private Property Ownership

Anxieties about the compatibility of democracy and capitalism have existed throughout history
Public opinion towards capitalism and democracy is shifting, especially among younger generations

The cost of living crisis has made the UK a poorer, more anxious nation and worse is yet to come | Andy Beckett

Prices under capitalism are key agreements but are becoming less transparent in some London shops, reflecting a cost of living crisis and widespread misunderstanding of inflation.
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Blood, chaos and decline: these are the fruits of unbridled western hubris | Owen Jones

Western newspapers are acknowledging the damage to Israel's reputation post the Gaza war.
The fall of the West is attributed to various factors like immigration, multiculturalism, and the aftermath of the Soviet collapse.

Fallout Captures The Essence Of The Series And Sharpens It

Prestige television is adapting video game properties like Fallout for TV, focusing on settings and gameplay over traditional storytelling.
Fallout TV series aims to capture the essence of the game's iconic elements while exploring themes of American exceptionalism and capitalism.

Care Must Be a Collective Practice of Survival, Not a Site of Profit Extraction

Care work in the U.S. economy is exploitative and profit-driven, necessitating alternative approaches.
The term 'care' in capitalism can obscure exploitation and consumer complicity.
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8 months ago

The TikTok ban is oddly un-Americanand would likely get overturned in court

The passage of the act forcing ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban in the U.S. questions American principles.
Past attempts to ban TikTok and current lack of evidence for national security threats raise skepticism about the ban.

Guardian writer and Observer critic longlisted for inaugural Women's prize for nonfiction

Inaugural Women's prize for nonfiction longlist explores a wide range of topics including capitalism, artificial intelligence, Renaissance history, and motherhood.
The longlisted titles are dedicated to revealing truth, exposing hypocrisy, and uncovering hidden stories.

Pot sales could be new reality at MSG thanks to loosened NY regulations: 'This is a new frontier'

Marijuana sales could eventually be allowed at Madison Square Garden.
New York cannabis regulator criticizes capitalism's impact on the industry.

Introducing the Postproduct Designer

Designers are starting to prioritize leaving the world better off than they found it.
The shift away from products is forcing designers to reconsider their role in a post-product world.

The Only Solution to "Wealth Supremacy" Is a Democratic Economy

Wealth supremacy is the dominant class establishing themselves as the ruling class through the extraction of wealth.
Financialization is a consequence of neoliberalism and has led to finance dominating the economy, culture, and politics.

San Francisco Democrat says homelessness crisis in his district is 'absolutely the result of capitalism'

San Francisco Supervisor Dean Preston attributes the city's homelessness problems to capitalism.
Preston argues that arresting drug users and sweeping homeless encampments is counterproductive and increases safety risks.

Listen to Angry Blackmen's new industrial rap song "Sabotage"

Angry Blackmen, the Chicago experimental rap duo, will release their new album 'The Legend of ABM' on January 26 via Deathbomb Arc.
The second single from the album, 'Sabotage,' is a critique on capitalism and perspectives on mental health.

LaToya Ruby Frazier Rewrites the Rules of Documentary Photography

LaToya Ruby Frazier's work in "The Notion of Family" series captures the personal impact of capitalism on healthcare and communities.

The 2024 Election Could Determine the Future of Capitalism

Neoliberalism is losing credibility due to contemporary crisis rooted in inequality, setting the stage for the next chapter of capitalism.

Why bashing billionaires won't solve the inequality crisis

Government intervention in the economy may have unintended consequences, ultimately enabling the wealth gap and billionaire class growth.

'Half of my collection is about cats': Sylvie Fleury reveals her love of feline art

Sylvie Fleury addresses consumer culture through feminist Pop art, discussing capitalism and self-image playfully while exploring norms of gender and commercial value.
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