Another World is Possible
Globalization and Anti-capitalism

McNally, David

Publisher: Arbeiter Ring Publishing, Winnipeg, Canada
Year First Published: {19867 Another World is Possible ANOTHER WORLD IS POSSIBLE Globalization and Anti-capitalism McNally, David Arbeiter Ring Publishing Winnipeg Canada A call-to-arms for progressive activists. McNally argues that capitalism is synonymous with imperialism and fundamentally incompatible with democracy. 2002 2006 408pp BC19867-AnotherWorld.jpg B Book 1-894037-17-0 A polemic call-to-arms for all progressive activists. McNally decries all the abuses commonly associated with capitalism: trade inequity, slavery and labour exploitation, racial and gender oppression, environmental degradation, etc. The book argues that capitalism is synonymous with imperialism thus fundamentally incompatible with democracy. It is divided into seven chapters, each of which discusses a particular type of abuse arising from globalization. For example, in one chapter, he lists various military conflicts motivated by imperialist interests in the 20th century, including the war in Iraq as the recent example. McNally also debunks myths about Neoliberalism benefitting all those who participate in it. He argues capitalism slants favourably towards the US and other wealthy nations, citing the economic apparati of these countries (NAFTA, IMF, World Bank, etc). He boldly claims that since their inceptions, not one of these international trade agreements has made a single contribution to civil or human rights, and in practice, punishes and exploits less-developed nations. Rather than offering an alternative model with which to supplant globalized capitalism, the book offers a well-researched and wide-ranging critique of the current system. However, McNally argues that unions and NGOs have historically been the most effective in countering capitalist abuses, and should continue to undermine the system by fighting against its abuses. In doing so, they must maintain authority via moral high ground and commitment to anti-oppression techniques. The book concludes with a list of guiding principles for activist organizations to follow while trying to effect change. His mandate for grassroots organizations is summed up aptly: "Real democracy comes from below or not at all". He also warns progressives to avoid letting their politics become co-opted into the capitalist system as fashion and slogans. The book makes a solid reference guide to flaws in the current system, and is a must-read for young radicals. Bibliography and index are included. [Abstract by Sieglind Gatewood] Table of Contents Preface 1. From the Mountains of Chiapas to the Streets of Seattle: This is What Democracy Looks Like 2. Globalization: It's Not About Free Trade 3. The Invisible Hand Is a Closed Fist: Inequality, Alienation, and the Capitalist Market Economy 4. The Colour of Money: Race, Gender, and the Many Oppressions of Global Capital 5. The Marines Have Landed: War and Imperialism in the Age of Globalization 6. Democracy Against Capitalism: The Revolt of the Dispossessed 7. Freedom Song: Liberation and Anti-Capitalism 8. Conclusion: A Life Worth Living CX8379 1 true true false CX8379.htm [0xc000741d70 0xc000bc3d40 0xc000e22270 0xc0017471a0 0xc001869200 0xc001be0a80 0xc001be1140 0xc001c9f740 0xc001f0eae0 0xc002081260 0xc0002e2e40 0xc000585d10 0xc0005cf560 0xc0005df590 0xc0001440f0 0xc0008b67b0 0xc000b886f0 0xc000b6c1b0 0xc00098ed20 0xc00098ef90 0xc00147c6c0 0xc0000ee720 0xc0001c88a0 0xc0006bda40 0xc000eef620 0xc001737770 0xc0017adbf0 0xc001ea8f60 0xc000e349c0 0xc000ff8cf0 0xc00151f290 0xc0023e6f30 0xc00255b7d0 0xc00015f1d0 0xc00037db00 0xc000418210 0xc001e045d0 0xc0023726f0 0xc0026bea20 0xc0026bf260 0xc002711830 0xc002735c80 0xc00288b620 0xc002976cc0 0xc00298c210 0xc002a9a240] Cx}
Year Published: 2006
Pages: 408pp ISBN: 1-894037-17-0
Resource Type: Book
Cx Number: CX8379

A call-to-arms for progressive activists. McNally argues that capitalism is synonymous with imperialism and fundamentally incompatible with democracy.

Abstract:
A polemic call-to-arms for all progressive activists. McNally decries all the abuses commonly associated with capitalism: trade inequity, slavery and labour exploitation, racial and gender oppression, environmental degradation, etc. The book argues that capitalism is synonymous with imperialism thus fundamentally incompatible with democracy. It is divided into seven chapters, each of which discusses a particular type of abuse arising from globalization. For example, in one chapter, he lists various military conflicts motivated by imperialist interests in the 20th century, including the war in Iraq as the recent example.

McNally also debunks myths about Neoliberalism benefitting all those who participate in it. He argues capitalism slants favourably towards the US and other wealthy nations, citing the economic apparati of these countries (NAFTA, IMF, World Bank, etc). He boldly claims that since their inceptions, not one of these international trade agreements has made a single contribution to civil or human rights, and in practice, punishes and exploits less-developed nations.

Rather than offering an alternative model with which to supplant globalized capitalism, the book offers a well-researched and wide-ranging critique of the current system. However, McNally argues that unions and NGOs have historically been the most effective in countering capitalist abuses, and should continue to undermine the system by fighting against its abuses. In doing so, they must maintain authority via moral high ground and commitment to anti-oppression techniques. The book concludes with a list of guiding principles for activist organizations to follow while trying to effect change. His mandate for grassroots organizations is summed up aptly: "Real democracy comes from below or not at all". He also warns progressives to avoid letting their politics become co-opted into the capitalist system as fashion and slogans.

The book makes a solid reference guide to flaws in the current system, and is a must-read for young radicals. Bibliography and index are included.

[Abstract by Sieglind Gatewood]

Table of Contents
Preface

1. From the Mountains of Chiapas to the Streets of Seattle: This is What Democracy Looks Like
2. Globalization: It's Not About Free Trade
3. The Invisible Hand Is a Closed Fist: Inequality, Alienation, and the Capitalist Market Economy
4. The Colour of Money: Race, Gender, and the Many Oppressions of Global Capital
5. The Marines Have Landed: War and Imperialism in the Age of Globalization
6. Democracy Against Capitalism: The Revolt of the Dispossessed
7. Freedom Song: Liberation and Anti-Capitalism
8. Conclusion: A Life Worth Living

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Another World is Possible
Globalization and Anti-capitalism