“The costs of the Bush-Obama wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are now estimated to run as high as $4.4 trillion - a major victory for Osama bin Laden, whose announced goal was to bankrupt America by drawing it into a trap. The 2011 military budget - almost matching that of the rest of the world combined - is higher in real terms than at any time since World War II and is slated to go even higher .”
This book delves into the complex interplay of political, economic, and social forces that shape the world's power dynamics. It examines the various actors and institutions that influence global governance and analyzes the historical and contemporary factors contributing to the distribution of power. more
Noam Chomsky, born on December 7, 1928, is a renowned linguist from the United States. His research in generative grammar and transformational grammar has had a profound impact on modern linguistics. Chomsky's academic achievements extend beyond linguistics, as he is also an active political commentator and philosopher, known for his unique perspective and profound insights. more
“Do not let emotions fluctuate with the up and down of your capital.”
“Brokerage firms don't sell customers stock so much as they sell those horrible mutual funds”