Author: Doug Henwood
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Taxing the Rich is Only a Start, Though it’s a Good One
It’s become near-consensus on the social democratic left that you can fund a decent welfare state by taxing the rich and shrinking the military. Sad to say that isn’t true. … Keep reading »
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Power: Institutional Foundations for Classes and States
Session 4 of the Transcending Pessimism, Reimagining Democracy conference: Power: Institutional Foundations for Classes and States. Presentations by Ruth Felder, Adam Hilton, Ursula Huws, and Doug Henwood. Recorded in Toronto, 7 October 2017. Watch video »
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Jonesing for a Slump? Austerity in the Face of Weakness
Having successfully avoided depression through a massive, largely coordinated, stimulus program, the world bourgeoisie now looks ready to reverse it – some because they think it a success, and others … Keep reading »