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Michael Parenti: Reflections on the Overthrow of Communism (2009)

The East is a Podcast

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Challenges Faced in Socialist Countries

Exploring the internal challenges and complexities encountered by socialist countries, this chapter delves into the impact of managerial economic systems, lack of incentives for innovation, and the consequences of a rigid planned economy. It also discusses issues like excessive bureaucracy, poor management, corruption, and the disconnect with realities on the ground in communist regimes.

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