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Socialism v. Capitalism: The Empirical Data w/Howard Waitzkin

Actually Existing Socialism

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Revisiting Socialist Health Disparities

This chapter explores a crucial study on nutrition and food accessibility in socialist countries, contrasting it with higher-income nations. It discusses the favorable reception of the research findings and the misconceptions about socialism, particularly regarding health outcomes in countries like North Korea. The chapter emphasizes the need to critically assess capitalism's purported advantages while recognizing the complexities faced by socialist states amidst global pressures.

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