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Philosopher's Zone
Neofeudalism: techno-lords and peasants
May 8, 2024
Exploring the rise of neofeudalism in Western democracies with tech giants as techno-lords, questioning executive salaries and monopolies. Debating the state's role in empowering private individuals and firms. Examining political activism against capitalism and advocating for rebuilding institutions for collective action and solidarity.
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- Transition towards neofeudalism threatens societal collapse through wealth concentration and economic disparities.
- Capitalism distinguishes from feudalism by production methods and power dynamics, enabling autonomy across economic, political, and legal spheres.
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The Shift from Capitalism to Neo-Feudalism
The discussion explores the troubling social shift towards potentially ending capitalism and transitioning into a system resembling feudalism, with wealth concentrating and masses deemed surplus to the economy. This shift could lead to increasing levels of chronic illness, drug addiction, and societal breakdown, creating enclaves of subsistence living and vast disparities in urban hubs.
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