Summary:
The book critically examines the principles and consequences of neoliberalism, arguing that it prioritizes corporate power and profit at the expense of the public good. It discusses how this economic ideology affects democracy, labor, and markets globally, often leading to social inequality and undermining democratic processes.
Key points:
1. Neoliberalism Critique: Chomsky sees neoliberalism as concentrating wealth and undermining democracy, not as liberating as claimed.
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