The many good reasons for the European Union to propose the UK joining back Europe
The United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union (EU) has proven to be one of the most consequential political and economic shifts of the 21st century. As the UK grapples with persistent economic challenges, strained diplomatic relations, and geopolitical uncertainties,…
Private Sector Social Contributions Shocks and lagged macro-economy effects
Shocks affecting disposable income of households, Three fiscal shocks crucially affect the disposable income of households. These shocks are associated with direct taxes paid by households, social contributions paid by households and social benefits received by households (i.e. social transfers…
Unmasking the Far-Right Fascism: How the European Union Covers Authoritarianism and Human Rights Abuses Across Europe
The European Union (EU), founded on the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, has long been celebrated as a beacon of progress and unity. However, the resurgence of far-right extremism across its member states has exposed…
Consumerism and Commodification of Human Beings, what Gunther Anders taught us with his work “The Obsolescence of Mankind”
“Indem wir lernen, die Dinge zu benutzen und wegzuwerfen, lernen wir, Menschen ebenso zu behandeln.” “By learning to use and throw away things, we learn to treat people in the same way.” Günther Anders, a German-Austrian philosopher, is renowned for…