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 [0xc00028d5f0 0xc00045d350 0xc00027aa50 0xc000457500 0xc000258de0 0xc000138090 0xc000138750 0xc0004ccb40 0xc00006c660 0xc000596b10 0xc0002dfec0 0xc000baa480 0xc000bebc80 0xc000c01cb0 0xc000d72930 0xc000dee1b0 0xc000f03dd0 0xc001329920 0xc000dcc480 0xc000dcc6f0 0xc0015877d0 0xc001944450 0xc0015ef560 0xc000cc7f20 0xc00139d170 0xc001a726f0 0xc001ab2b10 0xc001f02e40 0xc000b0b590 0xc000f0d740 0xc0014a1290 0xc0023585a0 0xc00254faa0 0xc0025c33e0 0xc0026a3bf0 0xc0026e40c0 0xc00192cc30 0xc001ee5f20 0xc00212bf50 0xc00214c7b0 0xc0021d8cc0 0xc002229110 0xc002468360 0xc002831860 0xc00284ad50 0xc0028e88a0] 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