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“Capital movements are no longer necessarily related to the production of goods and services. Through the financial markets of the world, capital movements today are overwhelmingly concerned with the capture of and trade in property rights, the ownership of assets that magnify a corporation's wealth, power, and control. It is what John Maynard Keynes described as "a casino world"-wealth without worth.”

Quote by Eric Kierans

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Eric Kierans
Eric Kierans

Eric Kierans, a prominent Canadian politician, was born on February 2, 1914, and passed away on May 9, 2004. He was active in Canadian politics and held several significant positions during his career. more

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