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The Shock Doctrine

The Rise of Disaster Capitalism
Summary:

The book argues that neoliberal economic policies have spread globally through a strategy of exploiting crises and disasters to push through controversial reforms while citizens are too distracted to resist. It examines historical events where this strategy has been employed, suggesting that the aftermath of catastrophes is often used to conduct radical free market experiments.

Key points:

1. Disaster Capitalism: Klein believes free-market supporters use crises to push pro-corporate measures, often benefiting the rich and hurting the poor.

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