Category Archives: Capitalism

Articles pertaining to capitalism in general – its history, characteristics, etc.

Article from the current Newsweek

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

Regarding the seriousness of the current situation in the USA and Europe, I suggest you read this article (below) from the current Newsweek. It made quite an impression on me, although I was not surprised at what George Soros said.  … Continue reading →

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State-Sponsored Capitalism?

Posted on April 27, 2011 by

A knowledgeable person in our Economics Reform Advocacy Group (ERAG) mentioned a 2010 book, The End of the Free Market: Who Wins the War between States and Corporations?, by Ian Bremmer, which suggests a newly emerging model, State-Sponsored Capitalism, such … Continue reading →

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Madison and the Need for System Change

Posted on March 7, 2011 by

The current situation in Madison, Wisconsin, and several other states starkly points out the need for system change.  This represents more than a partisan challenge.  Some (not all) of these Republican governors seem to think that attacking the right of … Continue reading →

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William Greider’s “Come Home, America”

Posted on November 18, 2010 by

I am about 60% through William Greider’s excellent 2009 book, “Come Home, America: The Rise and Fall (and Redeeming Promise) of Our Country.”  The book covers much more than economics, although the need for economic and political reform is laid … Continue reading →

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