Socialisme og venstreorienterede ideologier

Equality of nations is a profound principle that encapsulates the essence of fair treatment, mutual respect, and balanced interactions between all sovereign states across the globe. It is rooted in the belief that every nation, regardless of its size, history, or socio-economic status, deserves an equal voice, opportunity, and recognition on the international stage. This concept goes beyond the mere absence of discrimination or bias; it aspires to create a world where nations cooperate, coexist, and thrive in a collaborative ecosystem that nurtures global equity and solidarity.In a dynamic and interconnected world, the concept of equality among nations takes center stage as an essential cornerstone of international relations. This principle underscores the crucial endeavor to foster a harmonious and sustainable global society where nations come together to address shared challenges, harness collective strengths, and celebrate the rich tapestry of human diversity. Beyond its theoretical implications, the equality of nations is a pragmatic approach that acknowledges the interdependence of our planet's inhabitants and seeks to ensure that no nation is left behind in the pursuit of progress.The essence of equality among nations lies in its ability to transcend borders, ideologies, and historical narratives. It is recognition that each nation possesses intrinsic value and potential regardless of its past or present circumstances. This principle engenders a mindset of inclusivity and empathy, fostering an environment where nations cooperate not out of compulsion but out of a genuine desire to uplift one another and contribute to the greater common good.

The purpose of this book is to offer those who identify with America's democratic political left (broadly defined to include Democrats, Democratic Socialists, Greens, Libertarians, and even liberal Republicans) a guide to understanding how rigorous analysis can be applied in order to identify public policies that are both consistent with their values, and likely to actually work. The book argues the importance of reference to basic scientific principles (in particular, social science and economic principles) and factual evidence for people who identify with the political left, rather than them assuming automatic positions on issues. Foundational scientific principles such as general equilibrium, Keynesian economics, asymmetric information, the use of proxy variables, and causal inference, are discussed and explained.The book consists of 12 chapters. Following two foundational chapters, the book addresses areas including monetary policy, income redistribution, healthcare, social security, education, immigration, climate change, the proper roles of the public and private sectors of the economy, and race relations.Written in accessible, engaging and non-technical language, Public Policy for Progressives will be of interest to scholars and students of economics, philosophy, political science, and public policy, as well as policy makers themselves.

The rebellious life of a novelist, screenwriter and revolutionary activist

A horror-story history of capitalism and its relationship to the haunted and the gothic, and a manifesto of Gothic Marxism, which finds revolutionary hope in the nightmare of modernity.What does it mean to see horror in capitalism? What can horror tell us about the state and nature of capitalism?Blending film criticism, cultural theory, and philosophy, Capitalism: A Horror Story examines literature, film, and philosophy, from Frankenstein to contemporary cinema, delving into the socio-political function of the monster, the haunted nature of the digital world, and the inescapable horror of contemporary capitalist politics.Revitalizing the tradition of Romantic anticapitalism and offering a “dark way of being red”, Capitalism: A Horror Story argues for a Gothic Marxism, showing how we can find revolutionary hope in horror- a site of monstrous becoming that opens the door to a Utopian future.

Jurij N. Andropov estis tiu sovetia gvidanto, kiu post jaroj da restalismigo kaj da stagnado aliris la potencon kun klaraj ideoj kaj konkretaj päoj por modernigi la landon. Kvankam lia mallonga vivo lasis al li nur tre malmulte da tempo, liaj elpäoj montras, ke la vojo de li irata estis promesplena kaj, se ¿i estus daurigota, eble povintus ¿pari al la USSR la definitivan kolapson ... Ínter liaj teoríaj novigoj trovi¿as la tute nova sovetia intereso pri la teoríaj atingoj de ceteraj landoj, kiuj iris la vojon de socialismo, ekz-e pri la atentigo de Ulbri¿to, en la tiama Germana Demokratia Respubliko, ke la konstruado de socialismo estas relative memstara sociekonomia formacio ... Andropov provis reorienti la teorion lä ties bazo, la realo.

Inflation, Rezession, Energiemangel, Insolvenzen und Betriebsschließungen sind die unverkennbaren Folgen einer vollkommen unausgewogenen Politik, die, ausschließlich fokussiert auf den Fortschritt der Dekarbonisierung, jeden Kollateralschaden billigend in Kauf nimmt.Das Tagebuch der Energiewende folgt über die Jahre 2019 bis 2023 den Spuren der Zerstörung der deutschen Energiebasis und spießt mit spitzer Feder, angereichert mit einem kräftigen Schuss Galgenhumor, jene Entwicklung auf, deren vorläufiger Höhepunkt mit dem Gebäude-Energie-Gesetz erreicht ist.Der Autor ist überzeugt: Der Kipppunkt der Energiewende, der unumkehrbare Absturz Deutschlands steht unmittelbar bevor.

Rising prosperity was supposed to bring democracy to China, yet the Communist Party's political monopoly endures. How? Minxin Pei looks to the surveillance state. Though renowned for high-tech repression, China's surveillance system is above all a labor-intensive project. Pei delves into the human sources of coercion at the foundation of CCP power.

Looking Backward follows young Julian West after he wakes up in the future to a society founded on humanist and scientific principles.