Rev Left Radio Red Hot Take: Dialectics at the Dawn of Techno-Feudalism
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Feb 4, 2025 The discussion dives into the alarming acceleration of American capitalism towards a new form of feudalism. It highlights the erosion of democracy and the rise of a techno-feudal society shaped by AI and elite power consolidation. The conversation critiques the lack of support for the working class and emphasizes the urgency for grassroots activism. Moreover, it explores the importance of cultivating inner silence and love as a counterbalance to systemic inequalities. This exploration challenges listeners to rethink the future of society and political engagement.
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Capitalism's Death Drive
- America is declining in key metrics, revealing capitalism's death drive.
- The ruling class, unable to exploit globally, now plunders domestically.
Democrats' Hypocrisy
- Trump's actions reveal Democrats' hypocrisy: they could help workers but choose not to.
- Their donor class prevents meaningful change, prioritizing profit over people.
Techno-Feudalism
- Tech billionaires support Trump to entrench their power, aiming for a techno-feudal aristocracy.
- Neoliberalism subtly shields capitalism from democracy, dismantling unions and worker power.