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Capitalism and Self-Determination: Past, Present and Future

Sat, August 31, 8:00 to 9:30am, Omni, Blue Room

Session Submission Type: Full Paper Panel

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Capitalism and Self-Determination: Past, Present and Future

This panel brings together scholars from three different fields: political theory, history and geography, to investigate the difficult relationship between capitalist economies and self-determination. In 2019, the inequalities and political tensions that result from participation in global capitalism have led to a resurgence of nationalist movements, as well as a search for alternative economic systems. The rejection of liberal notions of self-determination through participation in the market are similar to the debates of the 19th century. This panel brings together two papers that reflect on these debates during Marx’s lifetime, with two papers that dissect these tensions in the contemporary world. Rejecting the notion that participation in the market provides freedom for individuals is relatively simple. The more difficult task is understanding how to achieve self-determination outside of capitalism. What can we learn from the challenges and debates of the past--particularly in regards to nationalism? They help us understand how populist and nationalist movements frequently entrench the power of economic elites. Finally, the panel investigates how the circumstances of climate change and technological capacities fundamentally alter capitalism and the possibilities of self-determination today.

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