From Global Capitalism to Economic Justice

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ABOUT THE BOOK Capitalism as a global system, which now encompasses virtually all people-rich and poor- around the world, is strikingly similar to South African apartheid: "liberal democracy" andrelative material wealth for a minority and poverty and exploitation for the majority. Even the relatively well-off pay a heavy price; in global environmental destruction we are all dispossessed. This book gives a devastating critique of global capitalism and the "end of history" thesis that, with the triumph of capitalism over communism, almost everyone everywhere will be better off. It alsó presents a vision which unites the benefits of individual and local initiative with measures leading to a more equitable distribution of wealth locally and globally. WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT IT "This is a book of hope-that working people everywhere, by joining hands at the grassroots, can yet achieve real economic democracy. Everyone committed to building a more just and sustainable future should read this... Tovább

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ABOUT THE BOOK Capitalism as a global system, which now encompasses virtually all people-rich and poor- around the world, is strikingly similar to South African apartheid: "liberal democracy" andrelative material wealth for a minority and poverty and exploitation for the majority. Even the relatively well-off pay a heavy price; in global environmental destruction we are all dispossessed. This book gives a devastating critique of global capitalism and the "end of history" thesis that, with the triumph of capitalism over communism, almost everyone everywhere will be better off. It alsó presents a vision which unites the benefits of individual and local initiative with measures leading to a more equitable distribution of wealth locally and globally. WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT IT "This is a book of hope-that working people everywhere, by joining hands at the grassroots, can yet achieve real economic democracy. Everyone committed to building a more just and sustainable future should read this book-and then act on its message." -Anthony Mazzocchi, Assistant to the Prpsident and former Secretary-Treasurer, Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers International Union "A very accessible, timely and useful guide to the task ahead of buildiri'g ajifetand prosperous world." -Jeff Faux, President, EconomiePolicy Institute "A fine study of the world economy ... the most convincing and comprehensive alternative assessment I know." -Richárd Falk, Albert G. Miibank Professor of International Law and Practice, Princeton University "One of the nation's leading environmental scientists has now turnéd his considerable talents to economics. The result-a profoundly dijturbing account of global capitalism-is compelling. I hope-and expect-this book to provoke serious discussion and ultimately action. Makhijani is worth paying attention to." -Juliét B. Schor, Associate Professor of Economics and Head Tutor, Women's Studies, Harvard University ABOUT THE AUTHOR Arjun Makhijani, President of the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research near Washington, has worked in India's villages, organized for nuclear disarmament in the U.S. and written widely on energy, environmental and economic issues. He has a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Bombay and a Ph.D. from the University of California. Vissza