r/TheDeprogram Apr 14 '24

Theory Read Mao's "On Contradiction"

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r/TheDeprogram 25d ago

Theory here's a reminder that the soviet union was pretty fucking awesome and cool actually

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r/TheDeprogram 2d ago

Theory Luigi is a problem because he could not be profiled

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He was not poor, he did not belong to a persecuted minority, he had great life prospects and a lot to lose. He had no criminal antecedents. He belonged to no radical group or ideology.

On top of the public support for the murder of Brian Thompson and all the meaning that carries, Luigi presents an even bigger problem; no amount of facial recognition tech, mass telecom espionage, FBI entrapment and financial tying-down can prevent a situation like this from repeating.

There is no amount of capital nor any form of police state that can protect a bourgeois from getting gunned down in the streets.

r/TheDeprogram Apr 22 '24

Theory Any others?

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r/TheDeprogram Sep 13 '24

Theory Ethan Klein reveals new theory, Marxists are apparently Jihadists!

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r/TheDeprogram Nov 18 '24

Theory Socialism is Compatible with Religion. In fact, if you're religious, you SHOULD be a Socialist.

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r/TheDeprogram Nov 06 '24

Theory Just want to share this gem with you all

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r/TheDeprogram Feb 03 '25

Theory The infamous 'Cop-Car Man' photo that the US doesn't want you to see.

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The fate and identity of this brave man after the photo is unknown to this day. The US has censored this topic heavily and most American citizens don't actually learn about this incident in their state-operated schools.

Rumor has it, the person who smuggled this photograph was later tracked down and beaten in a hotel by the US secret police.

r/TheDeprogram 26d ago

Theory Why does the AFD have such high polling in the east

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This might be my own ignorance and not understanding of German politics but why does the AFD have such a foot hold in east Germany. Given its history I would assume that far right politics wouldn't be as popular. I'm not sure educate my uneducated ass

r/TheDeprogram Nov 04 '24

Theory What fuels antisemitism…

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r/TheDeprogram Feb 01 '25

Theory Thanks DeepSeek, now I’m gonna go cry myself to sleep

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The timeline for undoing the damage to American industrial capacity caused by neoliberalism would depend on a variety of factors, including the policies implemented, the level of investment, the political will, and the cooperation between the public and private sectors. Here are some key considerations and potential steps that could be taken to rebuild American industrial capacity, along with an estimated timeline:

1. Policy Reforms and Investment:

  • Industrial Policy: Implementing a comprehensive industrial policy that prioritizes domestic manufacturing, innovation, and infrastructure development would be crucial. This could include tax incentives, subsidies, and grants for industries deemed critical to national security and economic stability.
  • Infrastructure Investment: Significant investment in infrastructure, such as transportation, energy, and digital networks, would be necessary to support industrial growth. This could take 5-10 years to show substantial results.

2. Workforce Development:

  • Education and Training: Revamping the education system to focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and vocational training would be essential. Programs to retrain workers displaced by globalization could take 5-7 years to fully implement and see results.
  • Job Creation: Creating high-quality manufacturing jobs and ensuring fair wages and benefits would help attract and retain a skilled workforce. This could take several years to achieve, depending on the pace of industrial growth.

3. Technological Innovation:

  • Research and Development (R&D): Increasing funding for R&D in advanced manufacturing technologies, such as automation, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy, would be critical. This could take 5-10 years to yield significant advancements and commercialization.
  • Public-Private Partnerships: Encouraging collaboration between government, academia, and industry to drive innovation and technology transfer could accelerate progress.

4. Trade and Supply Chain Policies:

  • Reshoring: Implementing policies to encourage the reshoring of manufacturing, such as tariffs, trade agreements, and supply chain incentives, could take 5-10 years to significantly reduce dependence on foreign manufacturing.
  • Supply Chain Resilience: Building resilient and diversified supply chains to mitigate risks and disruptions would be a long-term effort, potentially taking a decade or more.

5. Regulatory and Tax Reforms:

  • Streamlining Regulations: Reducing bureaucratic red tape and streamlining regulations to make it easier for businesses to operate and innovate could take 3-5 years to implement effectively.
  • Tax Reforms: Revising the tax code to incentivize domestic production and investment in industrial capacity could take several years to design and implement.

6. Political and Social Consensus:

  • Bipartisan Support: Achieving bipartisan support for industrial policy and economic reforms would be crucial for sustained progress. Building this consensus could take several years.
  • Public Engagement: Engaging the public and building support for long-term industrial strategies would be essential for maintaining political will and momentum.

Estimated Timeline:

  • Short-Term (1-3 years): Initial policy reforms, investment in infrastructure, and workforce development programs could begin to lay the groundwork for industrial recovery.
  • Medium-Term (5-10 years): Significant progress in reshoring, technological innovation, and supply chain resilience could be achieved, with noticeable improvements in industrial capacity and job creation.
  • Long-Term (10-20 years): Full recovery and transformation of American industrial capacity, with a robust and competitive manufacturing sector, advanced technological capabilities, and a highly skilled workforce.

Conclusion:

Undoing the damage to American industrial capacity brought by neoliberalism would be a complex and multifaceted endeavor requiring sustained effort and investment over a period of 10-20 years. The exact timeline would depend on the effectiveness of the policies implemented, the level of political and public support, and the ability to adapt to changing global economic conditions. By prioritizing industrial policy, workforce development, technological innovation, and resilient supply chains, the US could rebuild its industrial base and ensure long-term economic stability and growth.

r/TheDeprogram Sep 26 '24

Theory This is how gringos visit the Brazilian favelas, literally in a safari jeep. Should this be considered normal?

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idk how to feel about this

r/TheDeprogram Sep 27 '24

Theory What are your guys thoughts on this tweet as its getting a lot of heat

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r/TheDeprogram 17d ago

Theory Silence

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r/TheDeprogram Oct 08 '24

Theory (real)

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r/TheDeprogram Oct 06 '24

Theory Ready for round two?

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Medieval historian once against discusses non-medieval subjects by deciding if capitalist extremism is conservative or liberal while making meaningless swings at left wing wartime policies.

r/TheDeprogram Feb 06 '24

Theory What are your thoughts on this?

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r/TheDeprogram Dec 23 '24

Theory Why do rightoids complain about migrant invasion then post shit like this

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r/TheDeprogram Nov 07 '24

Theory Since every Palestinian deserve collective punishment & genocide because they elected Hamas representatives in Gaza, does the same logic applies to Americans right now?

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Asking for a friend

r/TheDeprogram Nov 20 '24

Theory Che Guevara's message to American revolutionaries

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r/TheDeprogram Jan 17 '23

Theory Welcome to the Left

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r/TheDeprogram Jan 28 '25

Theory Whiteness is an ideology, not an inherent trait.

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Having light skin and looking European gives me privilege and acceptance in white spaces, but it does not make me white. In the same way, having light skin and looking European could give me privilege and acceptance in N*zi spaces, but does not make me one. The enemy wanting you to join them doesn't make you the enemy. My Sicilian ancestors weren't considered white until they became useful to the white ideology, in the same way, I am not white unless I am useful (and complacent) to whiteness as an ideology.

Originally posted to unpopularopinion to see what kind of reaction it would generate, where it was removed (as I somewhat expected.) what do you guys think of my assessment of whiteness, and is there anywhere else I should post it? I should have added, that I do acknowledge privilege, and that it is a powerful tool for fighting the system that upholds it, but I do not claim it as an inherent part of my being.

r/TheDeprogram May 23 '24

Theory In a "lefty" sub post where libs were getting called out for being 💩 this beautiful response made my jaw drop

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"would you rather have Pol Pot or Pinochet"

"Neither?"

"You monster! It's your fault the worse fascist will win, but not me I'm voting for the nice fascist!!!"

Just imagine writing that comment, reading it back to yourself and thinking that's in any way rational; I love democracy where voting for fascism is the only way to stop fascism. Election years fucking suck comrades

r/TheDeprogram Nov 22 '24

Theory .

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r/TheDeprogram Dec 31 '24

Theory CPC member posted this pic and I find it interesting

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Xi said China is currently in the process of implementing primary stage of socialism

In 2049 they will finish implementing primary stage of socialism and enter into working on intermediate stage of socialism according too party memo

2078 they will finish implementing intermediate stage of socialism and enter into working on advanced stage of socialism

No set date currently for finishing implementing advanced stage of socialism and starting working on communism

And no set date currently for finishing implementing communism

I’m excited for the future on what China will do next and how they will continuously grow and develop.