Febuary 4 Flashcards
What do people mistakenly believe about neoliberalism during Trump’s presidency?
That there is no longer neoliberalism, associating it with the liberalism of the people
This misconception arises from the distinction between economic liberalism and social liberalism.
What is a key misconception about Trump’s policies regarding capitalism?
That there is a shift away from capitalism in favour of workers and small businesses
Many believe this represents a departure from free market capitalism.
What is the reality of Trump’s approach to neoliberalism?
It is not a break from neoliberalism but a deepening of capitalist accumulation under an anti-neoliberal conversation
This includes increasing racism, sexism, and xenophobia.
What is a myth related to joblessness in America?
That Mexico and China caused joblessness in America
This misconception overlooks the complexities of global production chains.
What promise did Trump make regarding jobs?
Bringing back jobs lost through free trade
The reality is that global capital prefers the current mode of accumulation.
What does William Robinson’s article argue about Trump’s tariffs?
They represent capital warfare against the working class
This includes degrading US-based labor and creating competition among workers.
What was the stock market’s reaction to Trump’s election?
Spiked when he was elected and tanked when he became president
This reflects the volatility associated with his policies.
What are the structural possibilities regarding Trump and Canada?
Not about Fentanyl or trade, but imperialist ambitions and US military complex
Canada is increasing military spending in alignment with US interests.
What attacks are being made on health, science education, and human rights?
Scientific research may be jeopardized and public health funding misallocated
This includes rejecting scientific studies based on their topics.
What false claim was made about funding to Gaza?
That 50 million dollars was going to Gaza for condoms
This misrepresented the actual funding for public health initiatives.
What is the political-economic dialectical relationship mentioned?
Economic power leads to concentration of political power
Trump’s election may increase the use of drastic legal, violent, and ideological mechanisms.
What legal mechanism is associated with Trump’s policies?
Deregulation leading to job cuts
This reflects a broader trend towards weakening labor protections.
What violent mechanism is mentioned in relation to Trump’s presidency?
Military action against political opponents
This includes viewing certain groups as ‘enemies from within.’
What ideological mechanisms have become norms under Trump?
General systems of othering as well as racist and xenophobic discourses
These discourses contribute to systems of othering and division among workers.
What continuities exist in neoliberalism despite global suffering?
Neoliberalism remains intact with intensification of social program cuts and attacks on labor rights
US foreign policy also continues to secure resources for American corporations.
What are some novelties of Trump’s presidency?
Rising authoritarianism and aggressive foreign policies
This includes the emergence of 21st-century fascism and repressive political mechanisms.
