Author: Laurie E. Adkin

Laurie E. Adkin teaches Political Science at the University of Alberta.

  • The Limits of Capitalism

    At this point in human history, the limits of capitalism and the limits of our species’ life on Earth have converged. We have never been here before, and we cannot … Keep reading »

    Environment  •  January 8, 2020  •  Laurie E. Adkin

  • Understanding the Financial Crisis

    Toronto, January 30, 2009 The financial crisis that has ripped across the world market over the last year has been remarkable in the chaos it has unleashed – and continues … Watch video »

    Economy  •  January 30, 2009  •  Laurie E. Adkin, Adam Hanieh and Leo Panitch

  • Financial Crisis and Ecological Amnesia

    As OECD governments and political parties rush to pour billions of dollars into the generation of more credit to stimulate more consumption, no one seems to be pointing out that … Keep reading »

    Economy  •  December 1, 2008  •  Laurie E. Adkin