The book presents a critical analysis of America's economic and political crises post-recession, emphasizing the need for systemic change. Gar Alperovitz offers practical solutions through community-driven initiatives like worker cooperatives and social enterprises, aiming to democratize wealth and empower local communities. This work serves as a comprehensive guide to grassroots efforts across the nation, advocating for a shift away from corporate dominance towards a more equitable society. Alperovitz, a political economy professor, draws on extensive research to support his vision for a more just America.
Imagining a future beyond unrestrained capitalism raises the question of whether such a future is attainable. In his latest work, Gar Alperovitz, a distinguished scholar in politics, economics, and history, asserts that we are at a pivotal moment in history. He argues that the early twenty-first century, marked by escalating economic inequality, diminishing civil liberties, and a government disconnected from its citizens, is creating conditions ripe for significant change.
Historically, the U.S. has experienced five major political realignments, each emerging amid skepticism about the possibility of change. Alperovitz highlights that a growing number of citizens are beginning to engage in meaningful actions at both local and national levels, potentially igniting a new approach. The decline of communism and the adverse effects of globalization have left many seeking viable alternatives. He emphasizes that capitalism and socialism, in their purest forms, have never truly existed, and our current system, dominated by large corporations, is not the only option.
By examining the current landscape, Alperovitz suggests that a sustainable, community-oriented vision is emerging—one that can leverage our wealth to achieve equality, democracy, and liberty. He draws parallels to the transformative changes of the 1960s and the rise of modern conservatism, arguing that fundamental change is a historical norm. This work is a call to actio
This work attempts to prove that the atomic bomb was not needed to end the Second World War. It claims this was known at the time by the American leaders, and demonstrates also that the world has been systematically deceived about this fundamental point for decades.
