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 [0xc000b4ee10 0xc000e49ad0 0xc001018ed0 0xc00118d920 0xc001518720 0xc001518e40 0xc0015db830 0xc001bdf050 0xc00206c330 0xc000337ad0 0xc000600ab0 0xc001dcb5f0 0xc001dd9680 0xc0000f01b0 0xc000b719e0 0xc000cbd0b0 0xc000cdbf80 0xc0001e0960 0xc000f04420 0xc000f04690 0xc000408a50 0xc0006c3170 0xc00075d380 0xc000e16780 0xc001471c80 0xc0018e9890 0xc001929da0 0xc000364420 0xc001528f00 0xc00177baa0 0xc001d59620 0xc000479500 0xc00094c8d0 0xc000a72420 0xc000d3d380 0xc000db7ce0 0xc002685170 0xc0028e2420 0xc002a14570 0xc002a14e40 0xc002b3c7b0 0xc002b64e70 0xc0002c3b00 0xc0005916e0 0xc0005ded50 0xc00085aff0] 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