Anti-Capitalist Chronicles: World War 3 — The Resonance of Unwritten History

[S6 E02] World War 3: The Resonance of Unwritten History

David Harvey reflects on the eerie similarities between current global political and economic tensions and those of the 1930s, suggesting a potential repetition of history that could lead to World War III. Drawing on Marx's notion that history repeats itself first as tragedy and then as farce, Harvey questions whether the current rise in authoritarian governance, austerity politics, and social discontent mirrors the prelude to past global conflicts. By examining the consequences of austerity, the spread of authoritarian and fascistic governance, and the growing discontent among populations worldwide, Harvey warns of the dangerous path towards a global conflict potentially involving nuclear weapons. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing the root causes of these issues to prevent a repeat of history's darkest moments, suggesting that without significant change, the world may be on the brink of an apocalyptic future.

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[diosamurcielaga]

Thank you for taking the time and giving your energy into these videos Professor Harvey, they are very refreshing and thought provoking in these times of analytical numbness and despair mixed with magical thinking. All my respect for you and what you have done and continue doing. Greetings from an avid reader of your books from Mexico.

[sirmclovin]

I recently watched a video by a member of the European parliament in which he stated that Europe was shifting to a war economy. Worrying times we live in.

[elliottbetancourt]

I wonder why he is not at democracy at work with professor richard wolff? I loved his anti capitalist chronicles on that platform/channel.

[vjknair]

Please explain about Great Deal as well preceeding 2nd world war
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[davidhevizi]

One think what we learned from history here in Hungary, :that we always get f..ked by the east, then the west.I guess it's not gonna be different this time either you for your thoughts professor.

[tanujSE]

Kindly explain who is proletariat and what is working class