Monday, June 29, 2026

The limits of capitalism

"We often hear about Capitalism's contraditions, but I think the most tragic one is that we teach children pro-social behaviors: to share, to be kind, to cooperate, and to work together. We try to raise them to be decent human beings. But then, when they grow up, they are rewarded for outcompeting others, being cutthroat and ruthless in the workplace, and if they achieve wealth and power, they are often rewarded for many anti-social behaviors." - David Graeber

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The limits of capitalism

"We often hear about Capitalism's contraditions, but I think the most tragic one is that we teach children pro-social behaviors: to...