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Sean Barkes's avatar

Fascinating article. If we could just get democracy going a little coupled with removal of that childish profit motive thing, we'll have the job cooked and served in no time 🤓

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Daniel Ionescu's avatar

The alternative, as noted in the feature, is China’s all in model. But would you want to live there?

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Sean Barkes's avatar

If I were Chinese, I might. There’s probably a Chinese national saying exactly the same thing about the UK as we speak. We are very different cultures. Whilst I’ve lived and worked in the Far East, I’m basically a Hykeham lad. On the subject of democracy, specifically, at least China is honest. The British are told they live in a democracy to the point they believe it. No doubt you’re familiar with Chomsky’s Propaganda Model.

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Daniel Ionescu's avatar

One book I think you'll enjoy Sean is Butler to the World by Oliver Bullough.

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Laura Thomas's avatar

Great coverage of the event, thanks!

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Daniel Ionescu's avatar

Love to hear it Laura! Also, your Substack is very interesting too!

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