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 [0xc000b62d80 0xc000db58f0 0xc000ff0cc0 0xc001115530 0xc001491ec0 0xc0014a2600 0xc001562f00 0xc0022b8570 0xc00243b650 0xc0002deb40 0xc0005820c0 0xc000c799b0 0xc000317050 0xc0001a6d80 0xc000bceae0 0xc000d493b0 0xc000d922a0 0xc000fbecc0 0xc000c15140 0xc000c153b0 0xc0002dd590 0xc0004f5bc0 0xc000585dd0 0xc000d3d020 0xc001476150 0xc001aed9b0 0xc001b2bec0 0xc0003c90e0 0xc0015bb920 0xc0019b03c0 0xc001f37da0 0xc0004565d0 0xc00088b920 0xc000a41440 0xc000d902a0 0xc000e1eab0 0xc00267b5f0 0xc0028d66c0 0xc00254c6f0 0xc00254cfc0 0xc002a477a0 0xc002a868a0 0xc002ab5ce0 0xc00026d8c0 0xc0002bcf30 0xc00048b020] 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