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Capitalism’s Zero Sum Game Will Lead to Our Destruction

Keith Lockwood, Ph.D.
3 min readDec 16, 2022

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Capitalism is a economic system in which the means of production, such as factories, land, and raw materials, are privately owned and operated for profit. While capitalism has brought about significant economic growth and prosperity in many countries, it has also led to numerous challenges and inequalities. One of the main criticisms of capitalism is that it has contributed to climate change, poverty, and homelessness. One could argue that a socialist policy such as a mandatory minimum income could help to address these challenges, set forth above, and create a more equitable and sustainable society.

Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, and capitalism has played a significant role in causing it. Under capitalism, businesses are motivated by profit and are therefore less likely to prioritize environmental concerns. As a result, many businesses have engaged in practices that contribute to climate change, such as burning fossil fuels and polluting the air and water.

To address climate change, it will be necessary to fundamentally change the way our economy operates. A mandatory minimum income, which guarantees a basic income for all citizens, could be a key part of this effort. With a minimum income, people would have the financial security to make more sustainable choices, such as investing in renewable energy or supporting environmentally-friendly businesses. In addition, a minimum income could reduce poverty and homelessness, which have been linked to higher…

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Keith Lockwood, Ph.D.
Keith Lockwood, Ph.D.

Written by Keith Lockwood, Ph.D.

ASL teacher, Teacher of the Deaf, Keith is also a New Jersey based genealogist specializing in British, Irish and Italian genealogy and citizenship reclamation.

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