The US, China, and other nations need to learn that we are not living in an economic vacuum – we can either all prosper together by focusing on global needs and opportunities, or we can shrink apart by following policies that serve only ourselves.
Socialism and Labor articles on Democracy Chronicles
This section deals with articles relating to democracy, socialism and labor. Reckoning with the important relationship between democracy and labor is essential in a democratic government. The theory of socialism, as opposed to capitalism, is characterized by social ownership of the means of production and co-operative management of the economy. Also see our articles on Anarchism, Capitalism, and Libertarianism. Also, there are many socialist parties in the US that you can find information on at our Third Party Central including Senator Bernie Sanders, a major election reform supporter.
Strategic Choreography and the Inside/Outside Strategy (IOS)
The power of coalitions flows from the age-old political logic that rulers must divide to conquer and that we must unite and coordinate our fragmented and scattered forces to win.
What is the Inside/Outside Strategy (IOS)?
The inside/outside strategy is a way to understand how the disparate currents of the labor and social movements could converge, making the whole greater than the sum of its parts.
Be the Change You Want to See in the World: Be Freedom
Be Freedom is dedicated to movement activism and social transformation in the US. Are you active in the labor, environmental, womens, student, anti-war, or LGBQT movements?
The Destructive Core of U.S. Trade Deals: An Update
When I read about trade deals, I wonder: Will international corporations always get the better bargain? Do American citizens have a constitutional right to protect our air, land, water and other environmental and cultural resources? Where is our democracy?
On Income Inequality in Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, Florida is the 4th in the nation of cities with the most income inequality, according to a recent study conducted by the financial new site 24/7 Wall St. Bloomberg rates Gainesville as 5th on their list of cities with the most income inequality.
A German Anti-TPP Activist in New York City
Jurgen Maier, who came with his son, Johnny, is Director of the German NGO Forum Environment and Development, a network monitoring international negotiations and currently coordinating Germany’s campaign against TTIP.
Uber Capitalism Debate Rages in Presidential Campaigns
Car sharing is lightning rod on both sides of political divide in unusual Uber capitalism debate
The Curse of the X Sound
Julio César Guerrero offers some recollections of a different topic, but nevertheless these are fascinating to language lovers and history buffs. Soon too, he will fill us in with the back story of the months of planning for the Caravana43
Protests Show Greek Debt Referendum Divides Country
Dual protests in Athens draw tens of thousands ahead of crucial referendum on Greek debt payments