capitalism
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But some worry that Russian-style crony capitalism could be on the menu instead.
From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026
He has been talking up his economic credentials in recent weeks, arguing for a vision of "progressive capitalism" – and his allies are lobbying for him to get the keys to No 11.
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026
Doctorow proposes this is essentially what happens when humans are ridden by tech, as when the poverty-level wages and surveillance capitalism of Uber, Amazon and other is powered by AI algorithms.
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
Rand’s Objectivist school regarded capitalism as morally superior to other systems and condemned government regulation as an impingement on the freedom of the individual.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026
“Free-market industry and capitalism at their best. It’s like watching a really good documentary about business. Far-out.”
From "Lawn Boy" by Gary Paulsen
Vocabulary lists containing capitalism
Some Political and Philosophical -isms
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The Industrial Revolution - Introductory
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"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 1
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