Alternatives to capitalism exist from "summary" of Another World is Possible by David McNally
The prevailing wisdom today tells us that there is no alternative to capitalism. We are constantly bombarded with the message that capitalism is the only viable economic system, the end of history. But this is a lie. It is a lie that serves the interests of the ruling class, the wealthy elite who benefit from the exploitation and oppression that capitalism produces. In reality, alternatives to capitalism do exist. Throughout history, people have organized themselves in ways that are fundamentally different from the capitalist system we are told is inevitable. From indigenous communities practicing communal land ownership to worker cooperatives democratically controlling their workplaces, there are countless examples of people living and working together in ways that prioritize collective well-being over individual profit. These alternative models challenge the fundamental assumptions of capitalism. They reject the idea that competition and greed are natural human instincts, instead recognizing that cooperation and solidarity...
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