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“You can’t change the world, but you can change yourself. That adage suits consumer capitalism perfectly, since the illusion of changing ourselves is a successfully maintained through shopping.”

Quote by Madeleine Bunting

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Madeleine Bunting

Madeleine Bunting is a British journalist born in 1964. She is known for her in-depth reporting and analysis of international affairs, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia. Bunting has worked for several prominent media organizations, including The Guardian and The Independent, covering a range of topics from politics to society and culture. more

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