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#1021 Richard Wolff: Socialism, Marxism, and Trump's Second Term

The Dissenter

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The Contradictions of Capitalism

This chapter provides a comprehensive critique of capitalism, examining its failure to uphold ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy. It highlights the systemic inequalities and instabilities within capitalism that lead to social unrest and cycles of crisis, while reflecting on historical contexts like the French Revolution. The discussion also notes contemporary shifts towards right-wing populism in response to the pandemic, against a backdrop of persisting economic disparities.

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