Books & the Arts / In her new book, Alyssa Battistoni explores how nature came to be treated as a supposedly cost-free supplement of capital accumulation. Kohei Saito Anew kind of politics is taking shape in Japan.

Financialization is a grift, a rarefied form of bookmaking, of no net value to workers and consumers, the economy, or society as a whole. Let’s treat it accordingly. Economists and the news media can stop using the word “invest” in contexts where no investing occurs. “Speculate” or “bet” will do just fine.

What’s the state of capitalism today? Is American capitalism being remade by state power? Are the struggles for a future beyond capitalism having an impact? Two renowned economists, George F. DeMartino and Ilene Grabel, tackle the above questions in this ...

American sentiment toward capitalism is on the decline, surveys show. It comes amid an increased dissatisfaction with economic conditions in the US. Business Insider wants to hear what you think about capitalism — take our survey below. What does ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. To the editor: Americans aren’t choosing “socialism” over “capitalism.” They are choosing spending priorities that favor human beings over corporations (“Can ...

A new poll of New York City voters finds that they have a more positive view of capitalism than socialism – though it's by a relatively close margin. A Fox News poll conducted from Sept. 18 to Sept. 22 found that 48% of New Yorkers have a positive view ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. It’s good to read of private enterprises stepping into the shoes of the federal government. As much as the left enjoys ...

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