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 [0xc000c7aae0 0xc000e25650 0xc00102a8d0 0xc0011490b0 0xc0014c7770 0xc0014c7e90 0xc00159a780 0xc0022aaf30 0xc00242a4e0 0xc0002db6e0 0xc0005dabd0 0xc0024467b0 0xc002452810 0xc00064abd0 0xc00082a9f0 0xc000a93020 0xc000abfef0 0xc00093bd70 0xc000b25b60 0xc000b25dd0 0xc00122a840 0xc000f76210 0xc0001223f0 0xc0006ca4e0 0xc0010093e0 0xc001610360 0xc00168a870 0xc001f9b740 0xc000c11440 0xc000fe7dd0 0xc0014bf4a0 0xc002262b40 0xc00261b950 0xc001264fc0 0xc0001e9320 0xc000263b30 0xc001c99ce0 0xc002324ae0 0xc0027db9e0 0xc0027ee2d0 0xc00283cb10 0xc002865140 0xc0029bda70 0xc002aaf5f0 0xc0026b68a0 0xc002b88480] 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