In December 2023, Javier Milei, a former economist and self-proclaimed ‘anarcho-capitalist,’ took office as president of Argentina, vowing to dismantle government control, slash public spending, and let free-market forces dictate the economy’s course. Rising to power on a wave of … Continue reading
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In U.S.-Cuba Relations, Both Sides Must Reform
Many have denounced the counterproductive nature of American foreign policy towards Cuba and its people. In fact, the policy remains one of the most nonsensical and severe policies of the United States, one passed on through numerous administrations out of … Continue reading
The Preservation of Slavery: Injustice in the American Justice System
In 1865, the United States congress passed the 13th amendment, seemingly ending slavery within the country. However, despite what many people believe, the practice of slavery endures within the United States. Although the 13th amendment prohibits the enslavement of most … Continue reading
Bill C-230: Confronting Environmental Racism in Canada
Environmental injustice and racial injustice tend to be recognized as separate issues, therefore Bill C-230, which puts them in conversion with one another, is crucial. However, this bill is only our starting point and there is a long ways to go.
Interview with Weeam Ben Rejeb
Our team met with Weeam Ben Rejeb to talk about her upcoming article “Disasters as Opportunities: The Disaster Capitalism Pitfall” in the Spring 2019 edition of Chrysalis. Her article explores the ways in which disaster relief has become characterized by capitalist ventures.