Investing to become financially independent
Investing to become financially independent
Low interest rates have redefined the American economy and politics, strengthening the real estate and technology sectors and fostering the emergence of influential tycoons.
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Un coût élevé à la charge des travailleurs et des jeunes familles La 13e rente AVS pour tous coûterait cher. Les personnes actives et les consommateurs devraient la financer par une augmentation des prélèvements sur les salaires et une hausse de la TVA. Cela signifierait moins de salaire et des prix plus élevés pour les
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The article critically analyses the social insurance system in Switzerland, highlighting its impacts on the middle class and its problematic functioning. It highlights in particular how the obligation to insure creates a massive influx of money that benefits insurance companies without necessarily encouraging innovation or improvement of services.
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The invasion of Ukraine has revived the debate on the so-called clash of civilizations and the decline of the West, presenting a reductive vision of a bipolar world. Demographic, economic and social indicators challenge this simplistic vision, especially in the face of Russia's actions that contradict the idea of a new, more just and democratic world order.
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This article explores recent historical turmoil, from religious wars to the Covid-19 pandemic, while reflecting on the degradation of our modern society. It calls for peace and solidarity in the face of current violence, particularly against the innocent in Ukraine and the Russian people.
Welcome to the Middle Ages Read More »
Learn about the Young Socialists' initiative to tax the wealthiest on capital income to support everyday workers. This proposal raises crucial questions about who is considered wealthy and how such a tax would impact the population as a whole.
“Initiative 99%”: an enticing but misleading title Read More »
Discover a profound reflection on freedom and solidarity in the era of mass vaccination. The author questions the idea of a society dependent on vaccines, encouraging everyone to reevaluate the real sources of imprisonment and personal independence.
In a world where the pandemic has disrupted the economy, many small entrepreneurs find themselves on the brink of bankruptcy while financial markets are thriving. This situation raises questions about economic inequality and reminds us of the relevance of Marxist theories in the current context.
The lesson of COVID-19 Read More »