The controversial concept of techno-feudalism suggests we have transitioned from capitalism to something even worse ā a new era that exhibits disturbing feudal characteristics.…
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Rent strikes are good. When tenants organize to withhold payment from landlords, they are resisting exploitation, fighting for fairness, raising class consciousness,…
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The labor movement is crushing it right now. The unionization wins across North America in recent months have been inspiring and heartening.…
The discontent that fomented the Freedom Convoy was caused by problems around wages, housing, and health care ā problems for which the Left has long had solutions
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