Tag: modern
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The Stark Disparities of Capitalist Economies
In the annals of economic history, few charts have captured the essence of income inequality as poignantly as the recent visualization of American income distribution up to 2021. This chart, a vivid representation of the vast chasm between the haves and the have-nots, serves as a stark reminder of the inherent inequalities that capitalism, in…
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THE SOLUTION
The defeats inflicted on the Western world in recent decades are insurmountable without radical changes in the socio-economic system. If we think of society as an organism, the perception and the central nervous system have been pathologically altered, in parallel with numerous tumor formations, causing disrupted blood supply and kidney failure leading to intoxication and…
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The Path Towards Change
In the shadows of our current capitalist societies, where wealth is amassed in the hands of a few, the specter of communism looms large. An examination of the oligarchy’s reaction to a burgeoning communist movement allows us to learn from our historical predecessors’ triumphs and tribulations. The central thesis of this inquiry is that a…
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Truth-Telling in the Age of Discontent
The insidious forces of neo-liberalism, market fundamentalism, and corporate greed have weaved a tapestry of deception. The truth of social relations and economic dynamics is obscured by a haze of propagandistic and biased language. The capitalist superstructure exerts influence over the cultural and intellectual life of society, shaping consciousness in a way that naturalizes the…
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The Mirage of Isolated Communism
The notion of constructing a communist society within the confines of a single nation-state represents a tantalizing dream, filled with revolutionary fervor and a profound commitment to egalitarian principles. However, an investigation into the complex dynamics of global interconnectedness, state sovereignty, and historical precedents reveals that this pursuit, though noble, is ultimately quixotic. II. The…
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Suicidal Boomerang
To sustain the illusion of “justice” and “reasonableness” of the oligarchic system, the masses must be kept at a low intellectual and cultural level, along with propaganda. They must be rendered incapable of critical thinking, and moral norms must be destroyed so that human conscience does not motivate behavior. The Ideological Conflict: A Historical Recapitulation…
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Entangled Ideologies and the Subjugation of Conscience
In the din and clamor of modern media, entangled in a tendentious propaganda verbal background reminiscent of George Orwell’s Newspeak, the vast majority of people live under the murky illusion of the “legality” and “justification” of the established modern socio-economic order. Contemporary social reality is presented to the growing generation in the same way that…
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Reevaluating Society’s Priorities
The paradox of human existence lies in our pursuit of sustenance and survival, juxtaposed against a complex web of socio-economic mechanisms that often appears contrary to the essential requirements of life. This intricate mosaic paints a picture where the vast majority of humanity seems engaged in pursuits that extend far beyond the necessities of existence:…
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Legal Penalties and the Wealth Gap
Injustice and Oligarchic Influence in Modern Governance In modern capitalist societies, fines stand as punitive measures against various legal infractions, hailed as essential tools for maintaining order and enforcing the law. However, this superficial examination fails to consider the underlying class struggle that the imposition of fines often exacerbates. The practice of levying fines without…
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Copyrights, Licenses, and Patents — Shackles on the Human Spirit
From the dawn of time, there has been an undying spark within humanity — a thirst to craft, to revolutionize, to share. It’s the song of artists, thinkers, and pioneers; a melody woven into the very fabric of our shared narrative. Yet, in our modern epoch, this vibrant symphony is muted by an orchestrated triad:…