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"Quitting #capitalism requires political change and economic restructuring. But the most crucial transition is the psychological one — quitting the competitive, individualist, consumption-driven mindset at capitalism’s core. No economic reform will create lasting, positive change until we start seeing each other as cooperative partners working toward shared prosperity. We must undergo a prof…

How to quit capitalism. — Joan Westenberg
Let's start with something controversial: Capitalism is not an economic system. It is a philosophical and ideological force that shapes our lives, environment, and perception of humanity. It's a behemoth that thrives on relentless growth, often at a devastating cost. Under its reign, we witness the

Georgia Republicans are dead set on erecting a statue to honor the corrupt Clarence Thomas.
https://thecurrentga.org/2024/03/25/lawmakers-take-up-proposal-to-honor-clarence-thomas-in-state-capitol/

I think this is •really• good news:
https://minnesotareformer.com/2024/02/28/environmental-groups-cities-find-compromise-at-the-capitol-to-end-2040-plan-lawsuit/
The Minneapolis 2040 plan…

Environmental groups, cities find compromise at the Capitol to end 2040 Plan lawsuit - Minnesota Reformer
Environmentalists and city governments say they’ve found a legislative compromise that would allow the city of Minneapolis to move forward with the city’s 2040 comprehensive plan, which spurred new housing development and stabilized rents  from 2020 to 2022 before it was blocked by environmental lawsuits last year. Legislation (HF2048/SF4183) led by two Minneapolis DFL lawmakers, […]

'70M came to arms': Prosecutors claim first rioter inside Capitol ranted about civil war - Raw Story
https://www.rawstory.com/jan-6-2667391367/

'70M came to arms': Prosecutors claim first rioter inside Capitol ranted about civil war
The first person to breach the U.S. Capitol building on Jan. 6, 2021, is being accused by federal prosecutors of regurgitating false claims and conspiracy theories about Donald Trump and other politicians in the wake of the former President's 2020 election loss. Michael Sparks has been charged with ...

Despite a crypto rally, VC funds focused on crypto are struggling to raise money, as limited partners prioritize tangible gains after the 2022 wipeout (Ryan Weeks/Bloomberg)
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/20

Crypto Venture Capital Funds Under Pressure to Produce Returns
Judging by a record Bitcoin rally that fueled a $1 trillion jump in the digital-asset market this year, crypto fever is back. But look beneath the surface to trends in venture capital and a far more sober picture emerges.

🔊 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #AfternoonShow
Guerilla Toss:
🎵 Cannibal Capital
#GuerillaToss
https://open.spotify.com/track/5mhpd12wL82CIlXjUqngTA
https://guerillatoss.bandcamp.com/track/cannibal-capital

"Britain's economy is highly London-centric. Without the capital, the UK would be poorer per head than Mississippi"
I wonder what these stats look like if you separate out Scotland. It's our energy they're using.

I'm disappointed the judge didn't make the obvious suggestion, which is to end capital punishment altogether. Oklahoma has seen 44 people exonerated since 1983 for crimes they didn't commit. That includes 8 innocent people The State was prepared to kill.
#DeathPenalty #CapitalPunishment

A judge says ‘suck it up’ after executions put strain on Oklahoma prison staff

"The story of the #disposablevape is the story of our times…"
#capitalism
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🔊 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #AfternoonShow
Guerilla Toss:
🎵 Cannibal Capital
#GuerillaToss
https://open.spotify.com/track/5mhpd12wL82CIlXjUqngTA
https://guerillatoss.bandcamp.com/track/cannibal-capital