capitalism
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The governance issues he confronted—conflicts of interest, self-dealing, and the temptation to look the other way—are recurring features of modern capitalism, perhaps now more than ever.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
It not only proclaimed the rights of workers to form unions and seek fair wages, but specifically avoided any endorsement of capitalism.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
It is making a cold-eyed bet that the most frenzied build-out in the history of American capitalism will produce inadequate returns.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026
Or a subtle form of protest against the Dodgers, champions of capitalism?
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026
There is far less to-and-fro movement between the different groups than happened under capitalism or even in the pre-industrial ages.
From "1984" by George Orwell
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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