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Robotswithpersonality

Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto | Kohei Saito

Degrowth ≠ Capitalism

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Robotswithpersonality

Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto | Kohei Saito

...but can it occur under capitalism?

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Robotswithpersonality

Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto | Kohei Saito

A just redistribution of resources...

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Robotswithpersonality

Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto | Kohei Saito

Ecological imperialism in clothing

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Robotswithpersonality

Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto | Kohei Saito

The Netherlands Fallacy

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Robotswithpersonality

Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto | Kohei Saito

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Not your grandfather's Marx. My head is now stuffed full of degrowth communism and participatory socialism, among other well-explained concepts, but what really comes through is Saitō's determination to breakdown long-standing outdated misconceptions about Marxist philosophy, about previous ill-conceived applications and views of communism, 1/?

Robotswithpersonality 2/? of the many ways capitalism, and socialist and communist theories that still include aspects of capitalism are unprepared to manage the current climate crisis in a way that ensures a functioning society and healthy planet continue into the future.
I love how concrete he is about: 3d

Robotswithpersonality 3/? 1) challenging previous thought, all while respecting those thinkers that are earnestly looking for eco-friendly economic solutions,
2) how degrowth communism can work,
3) ending with tangible projects already in place

Not just a hopeful dream but a radical action plan. I will be reading more and doing my best to DO more to contribute to this kind of change. 3d

Robotswithpersonality 4/? What better review is there for a book than that the arguments it contained convinced me?
Can recommend the audiobook, but to get the full benefit of this learning experience I suggest either not listening to it much beyond 1x speed or tandem reading with the physical book. 3d

Robotswithpersonality 5/5 Huge props to the translator, Brian Bergstrom, because considering how well this material was laid out in English, it's stunning to realize it was originally written in another language (Japanese).
⚠️Discussion of the devastation wrought by capitalism (mentions of racism, colonialism, poverty, ecological destruction) 3d

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Giants: The Global Power Elite | Peter Phillips

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A small number of people and institutions control most of the world‘s wealth. Yes, the world. Phillips reveals how they are interconnected and details the systems they use to protect and grow their fortunes. While the book can be dry at times, especially when listing wealth managers, their biographies, or major corporations, it remains highly insightful in showing how wealth enables individuals and corporations to achieve their aims.

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