Profit Pathology and Other Indecencies

Class power is examined as a pivotal force in politics, often overlooked in critical discussions. Michael Parenti highlights how wealthy interests manipulate systems to benefit themselves and traces the efforts of reactionaries to reverse social democratic advancements since the New Deal. He critiques the relentless pursuit of profit and its detrimental effects on social services and human values, warning that unchecked capitalism poses risks to society. Parenti advocates for solutions rooted in democratic diversity and public ownership, asserting their effectiveness.