https://wijnandbaretta.com/tags/capitalism/Recent content in Capitalism on Wijnand Barettahttps://wijnandbaretta.com/images/og-default.pnghttps://wijnandbaretta.com/images/og-default.pngHugo -- 0.152.2enMon, 03 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/life-inc-how-the-world-became-a-corporation-and-how-to-take-it-back/Mon, 03 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/life-inc-how-the-world-became-a-corporation-and-how-to-take-it-back/<h1 id="life-inc-how-the-world-became-a-corporation-and-how-to-take-it-back-by-douglas-rushkoff">Life Inc.: How the World Became a Corporation and How to Take It Back by Douglas Rushkoff</h1> <h2 id="summary">Summary:</h2> <p>&ldquo;Life Inc.&rdquo; by Douglas Rushkoff explores how corporations have become intrinsic to our lives, shaping our values, economy, and even interpersonal relationships. The book traces the historical evolution of corporations, detailing how they have gained immense power and influence over society. Rushkoff delves into how corporate interests prioritize profit over people, affecting everything from media and governance to individual choices and societal norms. He argues for regaining personal and community autonomy by promoting local economies, decentralized currency systems, and sustainable practices as ways to counteract corporate dominance.</p>