#economic conditions and growing debt

[theonlythingtheyfearistruth]

WHY DYSTOPIA MUST BE BORING TO SUCCEED

The "Boring Dystopia Strategy" is a highly strategic and often subtle method employed by those in power to create an enduring, all-encompassing authoritarian government. The genius of this approach is that it doesn't look like a dystopia at first glance. Each step toward oppression is disguised as a necessary solution to a societal problem, creating a series of small, unassuming changes that collectively transform society into a high-surveillance, debt-ridden, and highly regulated landscape. The result is a quiet but relentless march towards a government structure that controls nearly every aspect of daily life, cloaked in the language of safety, responsibility, and "public good."

Key Components of the Boring Dystopia Strategy

Enhanced Surveillance as Crime Prevention Surveillance systems are marketed as tools to make communities safer. The rationale is straightforward: if there are cameras everywhere, criminals are less likely to act. At first, this seems like a good idea. However, as surveillance expands, it reaches a point where privacy no longer exists—every action and interaction is tracked and recorded. People's movements, purchases, conversations, and even thoughts (through social media and data mining) become data points in a government database. The population is conditioned to accept surveillance under the guise of crime prevention, even though the surveillance network eventually exists to deter any resistance to the growing system of control.

Financial "Disincentives" as a Form of Behavior Control Insurance companies, incentivized by government policies, implement "dynamic" pricing models that penalize risky behavior. Drivers with even minor infractions, young drivers, or anyone with imperfect credit face skyrocketing insurance costs. While it’s presented as a means to reward safe drivers and reduce accidents, it’s ultimately a method of forcing people into line. Over time, these small financial penalties accumulate, and as people find themselves unable to afford the rising costs, they are pushed further into debt or forced to depend on the very government that created the conditions of their hardship.

The Department of Bureaucracy: A Growing Web of Useless Jobs New laws and regulations are introduced to solve every conceivable social issue, resulting in bloated departments filled with superfluous workers whose roles add no real value to society. The justification is often to create jobs and stimulate the economy, but these positions end up creating layers of bureaucracy that slow down meaningful progress. This web of inefficiency puts financial strain on both the government and the people, leading to higher taxes and fees. With each new law or regulation, the cost of compliance grows, straining both businesses and individuals who can't afford to play by an ever-increasing list of rules.

Rising Cost of Living as an Inevitable "Economic Shift" As government regulations add costs to every industry, prices naturally increase. This is explained away as the cost of progress or as an unfortunate byproduct of addressing critical social issues, like "ethical sourcing" or "green initiatives" that are actually revenue-boosters for corporations. As inflation rises and wages stagnate, the lower class is squeezed financially. Each attempt to improve their situation—whether by taking a second job or reducing expenses—is offset by further price increases or surprise taxes. This creates a cycle where economic mobility is nearly impossible, locking the lower class in place.

Debt as a Tool for Control As the cost of living rises, debt becomes unavoidable for many. Loans, credit cards, and financing options are promoted as solutions, pushing people into a system of lifelong debt repayment. With growing financial obligations and little hope of ever breaking free, individuals are forced to work harder, often taking on additional jobs, which leaves them with less time and energy to question or resist the system. Debt chains the population to the very system that oppresses them, creating a sense of dependency on government stability, even as that stability is the source of their financial despair.

The Final Stage: Disempowerment Disguised as "Efficiency"

As the population is weakened by financial strain, endless surveillance, and a tangled bureaucracy, the final stage involves introducing measures to "simplify" governance. This might mean fewer elected officials, streamlined decision-making processes, and the merging of regulatory bodies for "efficiency." In reality, this final stage centralizes power even further, leaving those at the top with almost unchecked authority, a situation that the people, too exhausted and indebted to resist, accept as necessary.

The Boring Dystopia Strategy works because it does not announce itself as an authoritarian takeover. Instead, it subtly shifts the balance of power by presenting every oppressive measure as a solution to a social ill. And because each step is introduced slowly, over decades, the population becomes accustomed to the new reality, accepting surveillance, debt, and regulation as the normal costs of a safe and responsible society. By the time people realize the extent of their powerlessness, the dystopian state is fully entrenched, with every escape route closed off.

[argyrocratie]

"When I first went to Jamaica in 2012 as a graduate student studying the environmental politics of the Maroons, an Afro-Indigenous community who freed themselves from enslavement in the 18th century and established an autonomous society in the mountainous interior of the island, Chinese overseas development policy seemed irrelevant to my work. Yet as my field research progressed over the following eight years, first as a doctoral student in African diaspora studies and then as a post-doctoral researcher, the impact of Chinese infrastructural development and extractive industry on the Jamaican people and environment became increasingly apparent.

The timing of my field work overlapped with an unprecedented surge in Chinese economic and diplomatic engagement with Jamaica and the Caribbean as a whole.

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It is beyond the scope of this article to detail the political economic dynamics and immense social impact of debt in Jamaica over the last 40 years.4 Suffice it to say that the island became a byword for structural adjustment during this period, with every new loan from the World Bank, or default on payments thereof, coming with International Monetary Fund-mandated austerity.

Health and education were notable casualties of this socio-economic assault. By the start of my field research, Jamaican child mortality had almost doubled over the span of a single decade while completion of primary school dropped from 97% to 73% in the same period. This despite the fact that Jamaica had already repaid more money than it had been lent, with continuing debt servicing accounting for a 106% debt-to-GDP ratio according to the latest World Bank figures.

All this is only a small snapshot of the catastrophic outcomes of debt wielded as a tool of neocolonialism.

With the island’s status as one of the most indebted countries on the planet, Chinese infrastructural development was received with fanfare from Jamaican elites, a possible economic lifeline out of the debt trap.

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Jamaican elites may appreciate that they can pay back debts with land, and that China does not directly require broad policy changes like the structural adjustment conditions of IMF and World Bank loans.

However, even with the above and the fact that the Jamaican debt to China is small compared to that claimed by Western IFIs and private firms, Jamaican politicians are growing increasingly wary of the costs of doing business with China. In November 2019, Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced that Jamaica would no longer borrow from China, a scant seven months after formally joining the BRI.

As usual, most Jamaicans are not privy to the inter-governmental discussions and deals driving these decisions, but their government’s newfound reticence in engaging with China reflects deeper concerns among BRI partners that the initiative is a debt trap.

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Almost two decades of Chinese loans and infrastructure-led development have left Jamaican workers and farmers as precarious and dispossessed as ever. The hard-fought and generational struggle for Jamaican workers’ power (trade unions were instrumental to Jamaica’s independence struggle) has been curtailed and rolled back by China’s transposed sovereignty.

Furthermore, Chinese mining interests appear poised to pick up where their Western counterparts left off in terms of irreversible ecological destruction and threats to indigenous survival. Certainly, Jamaica cannot bear another 50 years of capitalist exploitation and extractive industry.

If there is any hope in turning this dire situation into revolutionary momentum, it will be in Jamaicans making common cause with the Chinese laborers imported to the country. According to China Labor Watch, Chinese workers on overseas BRI projects are often subject to “deceptive job ads, passport retention, wage withholding, physical violence and lack of contracts” to the extent of constituting forced labor and human trafficking.

In fact, at least one Chinese worker in Jamaica has already blown the whistle on such conditions. Unfortunately, as of the time of writing this article, there appears to be no organized effort to make solidaristic alliances among Jamaican workers, Chinese workers, and Maroons. The Maroons are organized as an indigenous community seeking land and sovereign rights, rather than workers seeking class emancipation, and remain locked in a fractious political battle with the Jamaican state toward those ends.

Furthermore, the cultural and language barriers between Jamaicans and imported Chinese workers are significant. Yet both countries have rich revolutionary traditions. If Jamaican labor militancy and Maroon struggle were able to reconcile and align their interests, while cultivating strategic allies among the heavily exploited Chinese workers, a powerful relationship of international solidarity from below could be forged."

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[probablyasocialecologist]

“A move away from development focused on aggregate GDP growth (economic growth is conventionally measured as increasing gross domestic product, or GDP) to differentiate between sectors that can grow and need investment (the so-called critical public sectors, clean energy, education, health, and more) and sectors that must radically degrow due to their fundamental unsustainability or their role in driving continuous and excessive consumption (especially private sector oil, gas, mining, advertising, and so forth);”

“An economic framework focused on redistribution, which establishes a UBI rooted in a universal social policy system, a strong progressive taxation of income, profits, and wealth, reduced working hours and job sharing, which recognizes care work and essential public services such as health and education for their intrinsic value;”

“Agricultural transformation towards regenerative agriculture based on biodiversity conservation, sustainable and mostly local and vegetarian food production, as well as fair agricultural employment conditions and wages;”

“Reduction of consumption and travel, with a drastic shift from luxury and wasteful consumption and travel to basic, necessary, sustainable, and satisfying consumption and travel;”

“Debt cancellation, especially for workers and small business owners and for countries in the Global South (both from richer countries and international financial institutions).”

[dailyanarchistposts]

J.4.5 Why is this “economic structural crisis” important to social struggle?

The “economic structural crisis” we out-lined in the last section has certain implications for anarchists and social struggle. Essentially, as C. George Benello argued, ”[i]f economic conditions worsen … then we are likely to find an openness to alternatives which have not been thought of since the depression of the 1930s … It is important to plan for a possible economic crisis, since it is not only practical, but also can serve as a method of mobilising a community in creative ways.” [From the Ground Up, p. 149]

In the face of economic stagnation and depression, attempts to generate more profits (i.e., increase exploitation) by increasing the authority of the boss grow. In addition, more people find it harder to make ends meet, running up debts to survive, face homelessness if they are made unemployed, and so on. This makes exploitation ever more visible and tend to push oppressed strata together in movements that seek to mitigate, and even remove, their oppression. As the capitalist era has worn on, these strata have become increasingly able to rebel and gain substantial political and economic improvements, which have, in addition, lead to an increasing willingness to do so because of rising expectations (about what is possible) and frustration (about what actually is). It is true that libertarians, the left and labour have suffered setbacks since the 1970s, but with increasing misery of the working class due to neo-liberal policies (and the “economic structural crisis” they create), it is only a matter of time before there is a resurgence of radicalism.

Anarchists will be in the forefront of this resurgence. For, with the discrediting and eventual fall of authoritarian state capitalism (“Communism”) in Eastern Europe, the anti-authoritarian faction of the left will increasingly be seen as its only credible one. Thus the ongoing structural crisis of the global capitalist economy, combined with the other developments springing from what Takis Fotopoulos calls (in his book Towards an Inclusive Democracy) a “multidimensional crisis” (which includes economic, political, social, ecological and ideological aspects), could (potentially) lead to a new international anti-authoritarian alliance linking together the new (and not so new) social movements in the West (feminism, the Green movement, rank-and-file labour militancy, etc.) with non-authoritarian liberation movements in the Third World and new movements in formerly Stalinist countries. However, this is only likely to happen if anarchists take the lead in promoting alternatives and working with the mass of the population. Ways in which anarchist can do this are discussed in some detail in section J.5.

Thus the “economic structural crisis” can aid social struggle by placing the contrast of “what is” with what “could be” in a clear light. Any crisis brings forth the contradictions in capitalism, between the production of use values (things people need) and of exchange value (capitalist profits), between capitalism’s claims of being based on liberty and the authoritarianism associated with wage labour (“The general evidence of repression poses an ancient contradiction for capitalism: while it claims to promote human freedom, it profits concretely from the denial of freedom, most especially freedom for the workers employed by capitalist enterprise.” [William Greider, One World, Ready or Not, p. 388]) and so on. It shakes to the bone popular faith in capitalism’s ability to “deliver the goods” and gets more and more people thinking about alternatives to a system that places profit above and before people and planet. The crisis also, by its very nature, encourages workers and other oppressed sections of the population to resist and fight back, which in turn generates collective organisation (such as unions or workplace-based assemblies and councils), solidarity and direct action — in other words, collective self-help and the awareness that the problems of working class people can only be solved by ourselves, by our own actions and organisations. The 1930s in the USA is a classic example of this process, with very militant struggles taking place in very difficult situations (see Howard Zinn’s A People’s History of the United States or Jeremy Brecher’s Strike! for details).

In other words, the “economic structural crisis” gives radicals a lot potential to get their message across, even if the overall environment may make success seem difficult at times!

As well as encouraging workplace organisation due to the intensification of exploitation and authority provoked by the economic stagnant/depression, the “economic structural crisis” can encourage other forms of libertarian alternatives. For example, the “economic structural crisis” has resulted in the erosion of the welfare state (at least for the working class, for the elite state aid is never far away). This development has potential libertarian possibilities. “The decline of the state,” argues L. Gambone, “makes necessary a revitalisation of the notions of direct action and mutual aid. Without Mama State to do it for us, we must create our own social services through mutual aid societies.” [Syndicalism in Myth and Reality, p. 12] As we argue in more depth in section J.5.16, such a movement of mutual aid has a long history in the working class and, as it is under our control, it cannot be withdrawn from us to enrich and empower the ruling class as state run systems have been. Thus the decline of state run social services could, potentially, see the rise of a network of self-managed, working class alternatives (equally, of course, it could see the end of all services to the weakest sections of our society — which possibility comes about depends on what we do in the here and now. See section J.5.15 for an anarchist analysis of the welfare state).

Food Not Bombs! (FNB) is an excellent example of practical libertarian alternatives being generated by the economic crisis we are facing. FNB is a community-based group which helps the homeless through the direct action of its members. It also involves the homeless in helping themselves. It serves free food in public places to expose the plight of the homeless, the callousness of the system and our capacity to solve social problems through our own actions without government or capitalism. The constant harassment of FNB by the police, middle classes and the government illustrates their callousness to the plight of the poor and the failure of their institutions to build a society which cares for people more than money and property (and the police and prisons to protect them). The fact is that in the US many working and unemployed people have no feeling that they are entitled to basic human needs such as medicine, clothes, shelter, and food. FNB encourages poor people to make these demands, provides a space in which these demands can be voiced, and helps to breakdown the wall between hungry and not-hungry. The repression directed towards FNB by local police forces and governments also demonstrates the effectiveness of their activity and the possibility that it may radicalise those who get involved with the organisation. Charity is obviously one thing, mutual aid is something else. FNB is a politicised movement from below, based on solidarity, not charity as, in Kropotkin’s words, charity “bears a character of inspiration from above, and, accordingly, implies a certain superiority of the giver upon the receiver.” [Mutual Aid, p. 222]

The last example of how economic stagnation can generate libertarian tendencies can be seen from the fact that, ”[h]istorically, at times of severe inflation or capital shortages, communities have been forced to rely on their own resources. During the Great Depression, many cities printed their own currency; this works to the extent that a community is able to maintain a viable internal economy which provides the necessities of life, independent of transactions with the outside.” [Benello, Op. Cit., p. 150]

These local currencies could be the basis of a mutual bank (see section J.5.5), providing interest-free loans to workers to form co-operatives and so build libertarian alternatives to capitalist firms, so eliminating the profits of capitalists by allowing workers to exchange the product of their labour with other workers. Moreover, “local exchange systems strength local communities by increasing their self-reliance, empowering community members, and helping to protect them from the excesses of the global market.” [Frank Lindenfield, “Economics for Anarchists,” Social Anarchism, no. 23, p. 24] In this way self-managing communes could be created, communes that replace hierarchical, top-down, government with collective decision making of community affairs based on directly democratic community assemblies. These self-governing communities and economies could federate together to co-operate on a wider scale and so create a counter-power to that of state and capitalism.

This confederal system of self-managing communities could also protect jobs as the “globalisation of capital threatens local industries. A way has to be found to keep capital at home and so preserve the jobs and the communities that depend upon them. Protectionism is both undesirable and unworkable. But worker-ownership or workers’ co-operatives are alternatives.” [Gambone, Op. Cit., pp. 12–13] Local communities could provide the necessary support structures which could protect co-operatives from the corrupting effects of working in the capitalist market (see section J.5.11). They could also demand that rather than nationalise or bailout failing companies (or, for that matter, privatise state services or public works), they should be turned over (as Proudhon constantly argued) to workers co-operatives by aiding “the Labour Unions to enter into a temporary possession of the industrial concerns”, anarchists would provide “an effective means to check the State Nationalisation” in the period before a social revolution when “State phases which we are traversing now seems to be unavoidable.” [quoted by Ruth Kinna, “Fields of Vision: Kropotkin and Revolutionary Change”, pp. 67–86, SubStance, Vol. 36, No. 2, p. 77] In this way, economic liberty (self-management) could replace capitalism (wage slavery) and show that anarchism is a practical alternative to the chaos and authoritarianism of capitalism, even if these examples are initially fragmentally and limited in nature.

However, these developments should not be taken in isolation of collective struggle in the workplace or community. It is in the class struggle that the real potential for anarchy is created. The work of such organisations as Food Not Bombs! and the creation of local currencies and co-operatives are supplementary to the important task of creating workplace and community organisations that can create effective resistance to both state and capitalists, resistance that can overthrow both (see sections J.5.2 and J.5.1 respectively). “Volunteer and service credit systems and alternative currencies by themselves may not be enough to replace the corporate capitalist system. Nevertheless, they can help build the economic strength of local currencies, empower local residents, and mitigate some of the consequences of poverty and unemployment … By the time a majority [of a community are involved it] will be well on its way to becoming a living embodiment of many anarchist ideals.” [Lindenfield, Op. Cit., p. 28] And such a community would be a great aid in any strike or other social struggle which is going on!

The general economic crisis which we are facing has implications for social struggle and anarchist activism. It could be the basic of libertarian alternatives in our workplaces and communities, alternatives based on direct action, solidarity and self-management. These alternatives could include workplace and community unionism, co-operatives, mutual banks and other forms of anarchistic resistance to capitalism and the state.

Finally, we must stress that we are not arguing that working class people need an economic crisis to force them into struggle. Such “objectivism” (i.e. the placing of tendencies towards socialism in the development of capitalism, of objective factors, rather than in the class struggle, i.e. subjective factors) is best left to orthodox Marxists and Leninists as it has authoritarian implications. Rather we are aware that the class struggle, the subjective pressure on capitalism, is not independent of the conditions within which it takes place (and helps to create, we must add). Subjective revolt is always present under capitalism and, in the case of the 1970s, played a role in creating crisis. Faced with an economic crisis we are indicating what we can do in response to it and how it could, potentially, generate libertarian tendencies within society. Economic crisis could, in other words, provoke social struggle, collective action and generate anarchic tendencies in society. Equally, it could cause apathy, rejection of collective struggle and, perhaps, the embracing of false “solutions” such as right-wing populism, Leninism, or Fascism. We cannot predict how the future will develop, but it is true that if we do nothing then, obviously, libertarian tendencies will not grow and develop.

[pilawturkey]

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[ziad246]

Egypt Approves 50 Billion Pound Investment to Boost Tourism

Egypt has recently authorized a substantial financial package worth 50 billion Egyptian pounds to bolster its tourism sector by expanding hotel capacities. This strategic initiative is projected to create around 45,000 new job opportunities, directly and indirectly, thereby supporting the government's efforts to combat unemployment through increased private-sector investment.

The allocated funds are specifically intended to enhance Egypt's tourism infrastructure and are prohibited from being used to settle existing banking sector debts. This condition underscores the government's commitment to the growth and revitalization of Egypt's tourism industry.

Moreover, this initiative aims to foster the development of new tourism offerings that capitalize on Egypt's rich cultural heritage and historic sites. By leveraging these assets, Egypt seeks to attract more tourists and enhance visitor experiences, thereby solidifying its position as a premier global tourism destination.

In conclusion, Egypt's decision to invest 50 billion pounds into its tourism sector represents a crucial step towards economic revitalization, job creation, and enhancing Egypt's international appeal as a tourism hub through focused infrastructure improvements and innovative tourism initiatives.

Reservations for Egypt Easter tours following the holiday week further indicate the revival of activities in Siwa Oasis during this period. The recovery of Egypt classic tours can also be attributed to increased local tourism promotion for Siwa Oasis and growing awareness of its distinctive and unique tourism offerings. The oasis provides a wide range of accommodations to suit all economic groups, with reasonable subsistence costs and no cases of exploitation or price violations, thanks to the hospitable nature of the local people.

During the winter tourist season, Siwa Oasis has witnessed a surge in popularity, driven by the active promotion of Egypt day tours by domestic tourism companies. Domestic tourism has played a significant role in reviving the winter tourism movement over the past years, as more people discover the oasis's tourism, cultural, and environmental components, as well as its serene natural beauty. Siwa Oasis has become a sought-after destination for recreation and the enjoyment of tranquility during the winter season, while also gaining recognition as a medical tourism destination during the summer.

Siwa Oasis stands out as one of the most important parks in Egypt and internationally, boasting a continental climate, warm weather, and diverse destinations and activities. It offers adventure tourism, safari tours, camping experiences, unique cultural and natural attractions, and recreational activities. International tourism companies include Siwa Oasis on their list of recommendations for tourists, adventure enthusiasts, and those seeking comfort, tranquility, and a primitive way of life. Popular tour packages like the Siwa Oasis, Bahariya, and White Desert Tour Package and the unique Private Tour to Siwa Oasis allow visitors to explore the fascinating oasis and immerse themselves in its charming atmosphere, hot springs, and salt lakes. Siwa Oasis is also home to various Islamic, Roman, and Pharaonic monuments, such as the Temple of Revelation, the Tomb of Alexander the Great, the Mountain of the Dead, and the Temple of Amun and the Shali Castle.

Siwa Oasis is renowned for its medical tourism offerings during the summer months, attracting patients seeking treatments like hot sand baths for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and various skin diseases. Patients and visitors come from different regions of Egypt, as well as Arab and foreign countries, often combining their visits with other tourist destinations like Egypt and Jordan tours.

Siwa Oasis, being a natural reserve, takes pride in preserving its unique heritage architectural style, characterized by buildings of one or two floors. Hotels and tourist resorts adhere to the ancient Siwi architectural style, maintaining a unified appearance, colors, and facades. Accommodation prices cater to various budgets, ensuring a memorable and inclusive experience for all visitors.

When exploring Egypt, travelers can combine their adventures with visits to Siwa Oasis. From the bustling city of Cairo, visitors can embark on the Siwa Oasis Tour from Cairo, immersing themselves in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the oasis. Alternatively, the 7-day tour to Cairo and Siwa Oasis provides a comprehensive experience that combines the highlights of Cairo with the serenity of Siwa Oasis. For a shorter excursion, the 3 Days 2 Nights Siwa Oasis Desert tours from Cairo offer a taste of the oasis's unique charm. Other popular options include Egypt Nile Cruise tours, which allow travelers to sail along the iconic Nile River, and Egypt shore excursions, which provide opportunities to explore the country's remarkable coastal destinations.

[newstfionline]

Monday, July 8, 2024

Political unrest worldwide is often fueled by high prices and huge debts (NYT) Like a globe-spanning tornado that touches down with little predictability, deep economic anxieties are leaving a trail of political turmoil and violence across poor and rich countries alike. In Kenya, a nation buckling under debt, protests over a proposed tax increase last week resulted in dozens of deaths, abductions of demonstrators and a partly scorched Parliament. At the same time in Bolivia, where residents have lined up for gas because of shortages, a military general led a failed coup attempt, saying the president, a former economist, must “stop impoverishing our country,” just before an armored truck rammed into the presidential palace. And in France, after months of road blockades by farmers angry over low wages and rising costs, the far-right party surged in support in the first round of snap parliamentary elections on Sunday, bringing its long-taboo brand of nationalist and anti-immigrant politics to the threshold of power. The causes, context and conditions underlying these disruptions vary widely from country to country. But a common thread is clear: rising inequality, diminished purchasing power and growing anxiety that the next generation will be worse off than this one.

Texas coastal residents told to expect power outages, flooding as Beryl moves closer to landfall (AP) Beryl began lashing Texas with rain and intensifying winds Sunday as coastal residents boarded up windows, left beach towns under evacuation orders and prepared for the powerful storm that has already cut a deadly path through parts of Mexico and the Caribbean. Although Beryl remained a tropical storm Sunday as it churned toward Texas, forecasters expected it to regain hurricane strength in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico before making landfall early Monday. The storm was projected to come ashore near the small coastal town of Matagorda, about 100 miles (161 kilometers) south of Houston, but officials cautioned the path could still change. Texas officials warned the storm would cause power outages and flooding.

Argentine President Milei heads to CPAC in Brazil, snubbing Lula and escalating a political feud (AP) Given the choice between a far-right convention to bash his enemies and a presidential summit to discuss regional trade policy, Argentine President Javier Milei preferred the stadium packed with cheering fans. The libertarian leader was in Brazil on Sunday, preparing to headline the country’s version of CPAC, the conservative political action conference, alongside former President Javier Bolsonaro in Brazil’s southern city of Balneario Camboriu. In skipping the Mercosur trade bloc summit in Paraguay and sidling up to Bolsonaro just days after federal police indicted the right-wing populist in a scheme to embezzle Saudi diamonds, Milei delivered another harsh rebuke to Brazil’s left-wing President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, escalating a risky feud with his country’s biggest trading partner.

French leftists win most seats in legislative elections, beating back far-right surge, pollsters say (AP) A coalition of the French left that quickly banded together to beat a surging far right in legislative elections won the most seats in parliament but not a majority, according to polling projections Sunday, a stunning outcome that threatens to plunge the country into political and economic turmoil. The projections put President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance in second, no longer in control of parliament, and the bruised far right in third. With no bloc securing a clear majority, France faces uncertainty that could rattle markets and its economy, the European Union’s second-largest, and cast a shadow of political instability over the Paris Olympics opening in less than three weeks. Final results are not expected until late Sunday or early Monday in the highly volatile snap election that redrew the political map of France even before votes were cast.

In Ukraine, Killings of Surrendering Russians Divide an American-Led Unit (NYT) Hours after a battle in eastern Ukraine in August, a wounded and unarmed Russian soldier crawled through a nearly destroyed trench, seeking help from his captors, a unit of international volunteers led by an American. Caspar Grosse, a German medic in that unit, said he saw the soldier plead for medical attention in a mix of broken English and Russian. It was dusk. A team member looked for bandages. That is when, Mr. Grosse said, a fellow soldier hobbled over and fired his weapon into the Russian soldier’s torso. He slumped, still breathing. Another soldier fired — “just shot him in the head,” Mr. Grosse recalled in an interview. Mr. Grosse said he was so upset by the episode that he confronted his commander. He said he spoke to The New York Times after what he regarded as unwarranted killings continued. It is highly unusual for a soldier to speak publicly about battlefield conduct, particularly involving men whom he still considers friends. But he said he was too troubled to keep silent. The shooting of the unarmed, wounded Russian soldier is one of several killings that have unsettled the Chosen Company, one of the best-known units of international troops fighting on behalf of Ukraine.

Heavy rains trigger landslides in Nepal, 11 killed, 8 missing (Reuters) Heavy rains triggered landslides and flash floods killing at least 11 people in the last 36 hours in Nepal and blocking key highways and roads, officials said on Sunday. Eight people were missing, either washed away by floods or buried in landslides, while 12 others were injured and being treated in hospitals, police spokesperson Dan Bahadur Karki said. At least 50 people across Nepal have died in landslides, floods and lightning strikes since mid-June when annual monsoon rains started. Hundreds of people die every year in landslides and flash floods that are common in mostly mountainous Nepal during the monsoon season which normally starts in mid-June and continues through mid-September.

In Rafah, We Saw Destruction and the Limits of Israel’s Gaza Strategy (NYT) The armed convoy of jeeps filled with reporters rumbled into a dusty Rafah, passing flattened houses and battered apartment buildings. As we dismounted our Humvees, a stillness gripped this swath of southern Gaza, near the border with Egypt. Slabs of concrete and twisted rebar dotted the scarred landscape. Kittens darted through the wreckage. Streets once bustling with life were now a maze of rubble. Everyone was gone. More than a million people have fled to avoid an Israeli onslaught that began two months ago. Many have been displaced repeatedly and now live in tent cities that stretch for miles, where they face an uncertain future as they mourn the loss of loved ones. As Israel says it is winding down its operation against Hamas in Rafah, the Israeli military invited foreign journalists into the city on a supervised visit. The military says that it has fought with precision and restraint against Hamas fighters embedded in civilian areas. But the death, destruction and mass displacement of civilians have left Israel increasingly isolated diplomatically.

An overview of Israel’s widening conflict (Bloomberg) Israel and Hezbollah, the powerful militant group in Lebanon, are lurching closer to all-out war even as Israel dispatches its intelligence chief to Qatar for talks after Hamas signaled broad agreement with a US plan for a cease-fire in Gaza. To the north, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that the US sees a grim “momentum” toward a wider war. Tensions rose as Israel killed a senior Hezbollah in an airstrike in southern Lebanon, and Hezbollah responded by launching more than 200 missiles and a swarm of drones at Israel. In Gaza, even amid the possible progress on a cease-fire, Israel ordered Palestinians to evacuate parts of Khan Younis, underscoring its struggle to stop Hamas from regrouping in areas that it previously attacked. And the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza said that more than 38,000 Palestinians have been killed there since the war began.

Sahel States Form New Alliance, Break from ECOWAS, Align with Russia in Major Regional Shift (Daily Briefs) Military juntas from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have formed the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), distancing themselves from ECOWAS and aligning with Russia. The new alliance aims to bolster regional cooperation and establish a joint investment bank, amid postponed elections and ongoing terrorist threats. The alliance, led by coup-installed leaders, accused ECOWAS of being influenced by France and postponed elections.

Kenya’s dramatic flooding sweeps away a central part of the economy: Its farms (AP) With dismay, Martha Waema and her husband surveyed their farm that was submerged by weeks of relentless rainfall across Kenya. Water levels would rise to shoulder height after only a night of heavy downpour. The couple had expected a return of 200,000 shillings ($1,500) from their three acres after investing 80,000 shillings ($613) in maize, peas, cabbages, tomatoes and kale. But their hopes have been uprooted and destroyed. “I have been farming for 38 years, but I have never encountered losses of this magnitude,” said the 62-year-old mother of 10. The rains that started in mid-March have posed immediate dangers and left others to come. They have killed nearly 300 people, left dams at historically high levels and led the government to order residents to evacuate flood-prone areas—and bulldoze the homes of those who don’t. Now a food security crisis lies ahead, along with even higher prices in a country whose president had sought to make agriculture an even greater engine of the economy.

Students Target Teachers in Group TikTok Attack, Shaking Their School (NYT) In February, Patrice Motz, a veteran Spanish teacher at Great Valley Middle School in Malvern, Pa., was warned by another teacher that trouble was brewing. Some eighth graders at her public school had set up fake TikTok accounts impersonating teachers. Ms. Motz, who had never used TikTok, created an account. She found a fake profile for @patrice.motz, which had posted a real photo of her at the beach with her husband and their young children. “Do you like to touch kids?” a text in Spanish over the family vacation photo asked. “Answer: Sí.” In the days that followed, some 20 educators—about one quarter of the school’s faculty—discovered they were victims of fake teacher accounts rife with pedophilia innuendo, racist memes, homophobia and made-up sexual hookups among teachers. Hundreds of students soon viewed, followed or commented on the fraudulent accounts. In the aftermath, the school district briefly suspended several students, teachers said. The principal during one lunch period chastised the eighth-grade class for its behavior. The biggest fallout has been for teachers like Ms. Motz, who said she felt “kicked in the stomach” that students would so casually savage teachers’ families. The online harassment has left some teachers worried that social media platforms are helping to stunt the growth of empathy in students. Some teachers are now hesitant to call out pupils who act up in class. Others said it had been challenging to keep teaching.

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Thoughts On Altered States

Sitting down to lunch with my broker, his conversation turned to an old worry. “The national debt keeps growing.  Congress has to reign it in.” “What’s your solution?” I asked before taking a sip of coffee. “Should children of low-income families go without lunch?  Should we put an end to healthcare for the indigent?” My companion’s cheeks grew red.  “I’m not proposing that.  But if we don’t cut costs somewhere, we’ll all go down. Raising taxes harms the economy.” “Let’s close tax loopholes, instead,” I replied.  “Corporations and the superrich should pay their fair share.” The man opposite me dropped his gaze to the menu as he uttered a sigh. “I think we should order.” By now, our skirmishes over the economy had become a ritual, like an old Kabuki dance. Neither of us expected to convince the other. Still, over time, an idea formed in my head. I saw that neither of us had grappled with the essence of the problem: the way money flows in our society. Sorting ourselves into camps of right or left persuasion was pointless. The mess society finds itself in is the result of human enterprise. Scientific or technological achievements both benefit and imperil us, whether they lie in harnessing atomic energy, extending human life, or advancing knowledge through artificial intelligence (AI). Yet each time we reach a crossroads for change, entrepreneurs gallop ahead, though they are no more far-sighted about the outcome than the average citizen. Even so, those of us who remain silent are responsible for the consequences. By enjoying the fruits of relentless industrialization, we have made climate change possible.     We have granted entrepreneurs another indulgence, one also detrimental to society: the right to accumulate vast sums of money. The result is economic inequality that endows the few with power over the many.  Elan Musk, for example, imagines his entrepreneurship gives him the right to decide the outcome of warring armies.  Hail Caesar! Do these oligarchs of innovation set out to degrade our democracy? I doubt it.  Generally, they are inspired by an idea they believe will benefit the public and themselves. If they are successful, money and influence follow.  Call it the unwritten law of greed, but the more they gain, the more reluctant they are to share.   They cannot help themselves.  A plethora of studies show that unlimited access to money and power physically alters the brain and changes its thought processes.  One historian likens the aberration to a tumor that destroys human sympathy. Doug Rushkoff, a media theorist, describes the outcome of this affliction on society.  …a whole bunch of billionaires [have] left a whole lot of really poor and unhappy people.  (“The Defector” by Malcolm Harris, Wired, Sept. 23, 2023, pg. 28) Entrepreneurship is a poor tool for defending a democracy.  Its objective, according to economist Glen Weyl, isn’t to spread equality but to end competition.  Should we be surprised when entrepreneurs prove unresponsive to the needs of others?  Psychologist Timothy Leary didn’t think so.  He once described them as psycho-sexually immature white men who want all the benefit[s] of being sealed up in their perfectly controlled and responsive environments without ever having to face the messy, harsh reality of the real world.  (“The Defector,” by Malcomb Harris, Wired, Sept. 23, 2023, pg. 68)  Leary singles out white men for criticism but history provides no evidence that women and minorities, given the same privileges, would behave differently. Self-love is a condition of being human.  Take the example of one newly minted entrepreneur.  He avows the goal of his startup is to make technology safe for humanity. (“Transformers,” by Steven Levy, Wired, October 2023, pg. 37.)  Even so, success has brought a change.  No longer an open-source organization that shares its creativity, his company, having grown to almost $30 billion, has gone private. (Ibid, pg. 37.)  It’s a progression all too familiar.  This sense of history brings me to the role the elderly should play in modern society. After retiring, many return to the workplace bringing with them a different perspective than their younger coworkers. Most importantly, they tend to humanize the environment, displaying more patience on the job than their younger colleagues.  Says one manager, we find that retirees are really great at interacting with clients and showing empathy. (“How We Are Changing America,”pg. 7) In their new role, the old blanch to learn that among the young are those who show an alarming willingness to question democracy’s value.  The latter even dare to ask, “Would it be a bad thing to build a machine that CHANGES HUMAN LIFE AS WE KNOW IT, (“Future Tense,” by Nick Bilton, Wired, October 2023, pg. 77-81) Given what’s at stake, seniors may be forgiven for worrying about the future of their children and their children’s children. Experience has taught them that it’s easier to destroy a civilization than to build one.  Frankly, as someone old, I grow weary of complaints about Joe Biden’s age. The number of candles on a cake has nothing to do with leadership.  What matters is vigor coupled with wisdom born from practice.  These the President has. What is aging, after all, but one of several altered states in a life? Is one period in time truer than the one before or after it?  We can only know what we know at a given point in life.  Someone young looks to the future and sees a road not taken.  Someone old pauses, remembering where the minefields are. No one either young or old, rich or poor, poet or scientist sees the whole of existence. It takes a village for us to prosper.  Simply put, we need each other.

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The Culture of Narcissism - Christopher Lasch

American Life in An Age of Diminishing Expectations. 

Preface: 

The Awareness Movement and the Social Invasion of the self 

- Sense of Ending which has given shape to so much of twentieth century literature : as the twentieth century approaches its end, the conviction grows that many other things are ending too.’ . 

‘The contemporary climate is therapeutic not religious. people today hunger not for personal salvation, let alone for the restoration of an earlier golden age, but for the feeling, the momentary illusion of personal well-being, health, and psychic security.’ (pp.7)

‘Having displaced religion as the organizing framework of American culture, the therapeutic outlook threatened to displace politics aswell.; (pp13)

- surrender yourself to the latest products of modern technology 

The Narcissistic Personality of Our Time 

- ‘every age develops its own peculiar form of pathology which express in exaggerated form its underlying character structure.’ In Freuds time hysteria and obsessional neurosis carried to extremes the personality traits associated with the capitalist order at an earlier stage in its development - fanatical devotion to work. 

- ‘The ethic of self preservation and psychic survival is rooted the, not merely in objective conditions of economic warfare, rising rates of crime and social chaos but in the the subjective experience of emptiness and isolation.’ (0051) 

- ‘The ideology of personal grown, superficially optimistic, radiates a profound disrepair and resignation. ‘(pp51)

Changing Modes of Making It

- Protestant work ethic was one of the most important underpinnings of American culture. according to the myth of capitalist enterprise thrift and industry held the key to material success and spiritual fulfillment.’ 

- ‘The self made man, archetypal embodiment of the American dream owed his advancement to habits of industry, sobriety, moderation self discipline and avoidance of debt.’

- In the age of diminishing expectations the protestant virtues no longer excite enthusiasm.’ (pp.53)

- ‘Self preservation has replaced self improvement as the goal of earthly existence.’ 

The Eclipse of Achievement: 

- ‘In a society in which the dream of  success has been drained of any meaning beyond itself, men have nothing against which to measure their achievements except the achievements of others.’ (pp.59)

‘Self-approval depends on public recognition and claim, and the quality of this approval has undergone.’ ‘Today men seek approval the kind of approval that applauds not their actions but their personal attributes. they wished not so much to be esteemed, but admired.’ 

‘They crave not fame, but the glamour and excitement of celebrity. they want to be envied rather than respected. pride and acquisitiveness, the sins of an ascendant capitalist have given way to vanity.’ 

‘Success in our society needs to be ratified by publicity.’ (pp.60) 

‘The propaganda of death and destruction emanating ceaselessly from the mass media, adds to the prevailing atmosphere of insecurity.’

- Absence of continuality in the converge of events .... 

Ironic Detachment as an escape from routine

- I’m our society, anxious self criticism only serves to regulate information signaled to others. It also established an ironic distance from the deadly routine of daily life.’ (pp94)

- ‘He takes refuge in jokes, mockery and cynicism. - by refusing to take seriously the routines he has to perform, he denies their capacity to injure him.’ (pp.95)

- ‘by demystifying daily life, he conveys to himself and others the impression that he has risen above it, even as he goes through the motions and does what is expected of him.’ (pp.95)

The socialization of reproduction and the collapse of authority

- ‘as the child begins to perceive his mothers limitations he relinquishes the image of maternal perfection and begins to take over many of her functions to provide for his own comfort. Any idealized version of the mother lives on the child’s subconscious. Diminished however by the daily experience of maternal fallibility’

- the Marcus stick mother incessant yet curiously perfunctory attentions go her c go of interfere with the mechanism of optimal frustration.’ Because she so often sees the child as an extension of herself she lavishes awkward out of touch attentions onto the child

- by treating her child as an exclusive Possession she encourages an exaggerated sense of his own importance.’ Pp173

- ‘co fixed her child deserves the best of everything she arranges every detail of his life with a zeal that undermines his initiative and destroys his capacity for self-help’ (pp.173)

-Women with "otherwise well-integrated personalities, according to Dr. Reich, unconsciously seek to please a narcissistic mother by replacing the missing father, either by elaborating grandiose fantasies of success or by attaching themselves to successful men.’ (pp.174)

The flight from feeling: sociopathology of the sex war

Russel once predicted that the socialization of reproduction - the super session of the family by the state- would make def move itself. Orr trivial ‘en courage a certain trivia Ty in all personal relate so

 ‘the cult of intimacy conceals a growing despair of finding it.’ (pp.188)

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Side Hustles: Earning Extra Income

Typical 9-to-5 employment is no longer the only route to financial stability in today's changing economy. More and more people are relying on side companies or employment as a complement to their primary source of income. This essay will go into the realm of side jobs and offer a thorough primer for anybody considering this source of additional money. We'll go over everything you need to know to begin your side hustle adventure, from comprehending the premise of a side hustle to examining numerous concepts and tactics for success.

Side Hustle

Side Hustle: A Quick Overview

Recognizing the Idea of a Side Business Any form besides one's regular job is considered a side hustle. It gives additional cash and, frequently, a creative outlet that a day job would not. Side occupations include traditional part-time work and more entrepreneurial pursuits like starting a small business. They might be associated with your present position, enabling you to use your abilities and information, or they could be entirely unrelated, allowing you to discover new interests and passions.

The Growth of the Gig Economy and How It Affects Side Hustle

The gig economy, characterized by freelancing and adaptable labor, has considerably fueled the growth of side businesses. People can now make additional money based on their schedules and talents. Finding freelance employment that matches your lifestyle is now simpler than ever, thanks to sites like Uber, Airbnb, and Upwork. Additionally, these platforms have made it feasible for individuals to monetize their interests and passions through successful side businesses, such as creating and selling handmade things on Etsy or providing coaching or personal training services.

Why Having a Side Business is More Important Than Ever

In a time of unstable economic conditions and increased living expenses, side jobs provide a means to boost financial stability. They enable people to spread their revenue sources and lessen their reliance on one company. Additionally, side jobs might provide a safety net in the event of a job loss or other monetary setbacks. They may also be a means to fund a dream vacation, pay off debt, or save for a significant purchase. Additionally, side jobs provide chances for both professional and personal development. With their assistance, you may grow your network, create your portfolio, and acquire new skills.

Investigating Different Side Business Ideas

  Online Employment: A Path to Flexible Employment The internet has completely changed how we work by providing a variety of remote online employment—the potential range from content development to digital marketing. You could establish a blog or provide freelance writing services if you enjoy writing. If you have visual design talent, you might make and sell digital items or provide graphic design services to companies. You can provide online tutoring or translation services if you speak another language well. The secret is to identify a need in the market for something that fits your talents and interests. Freelance Work's Influence in the Digital Age One benefit of freelancing is the ability to select assignments that fit your talents and interests. In practically every profession, there is a need for freelancing employment, whether it be in writing, graphic design, or coding. Additionally, freelancing allows for remote work, allowing you to work from any location and according to your schedule. You must build a portfolio to display your work and attract clients if you want to start working as a freelancer. It might entail contacting companies directly, establishing connections with individuals in your sector, or using online marketplaces for freelance work like Upwork or Fiverr. Earning Money While You Sleep Through Passive Income The term "passive income" describes profits that require little active effort, such as rent or commissions from affiliate marketing. It's a terrific method for increasing your revenue without spending much time on it. For instance, you may regularly earn money by renting out a spare room or piece of property on Airbnb. If you have a blog or website, you can use affiliate marketing to generate passive income by advertising goods and services relevant to your writing and receiving a commission on any purchases made through your referral links. You may also establish a dropshipping business, invest in stocks or bonds, produce and sell digital goods like ebooks or online courses, or invest in stocks or bonds. What Part Does Entrepreneurship Plays in Side Hustle? A side job might be the first step towards entrepreneurship for people with a company concept. It lets you learn about running a business with minimal risk, test your idea, and grow your client base. Starting small and focusing on your business in your spare time could make it your full-time career as it expands. Additionally, beginning a side business has several advantages, including the chance for financial gain and the delight of making your creations.

How Can I Earn $2000 Monthly as a Side Income?

2000$ Methods for Earning $2,000 a Month from Side Hustle You must pick the right side of the business, establish specific goals, and maintain consistency to make a sizable income. When selecting your side business, consider your hobbies, abilities, and market need. For instance, if you have writing skills, you may create a blog or offer freelance writing services. You may establish a drop shipping company or work as an affiliate marketer if you have a strong sales background. Set clear, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals to direct your efforts once you decide on a side hustle. For instance, you could earn $2000 monthly from your side business during the next six months; once you have a plan to accomplish your objective, stick to it. Successful side hustlers making $2,000 a Month: Case Studies Many people have been successful in transforming their side ventures into successful businesses. For instance, a graphic designer may begin providing freelance services on the side before expanding their company to include a group of designers and working full-time. An instructor could start giving lessons to pupils in their spare time and then create a tutoring facility. A person who enjoys working out may begin providing personal training sessions and eventually operate a gym. These instances demonstrate that generating a sizable income from a side hustle is feasible with the correct strategy, diligence, and dedication.

What Are Some Good Side Hustles

Today?

  Current Market Trends for Side Hustle Your ideal side business will rely on your talents, hobbies, and available time. However, contemporary developments include e-commerce, virtual support, and online education. Due to the pandemic, for example, there has been an increase in demand for online instruction as more parents look for online tutors for their kids. E-commerce is also increasing, with more customers than ever purchasing online. Many organizations outsource administrative chores to virtual assistants, another expanding industry. Finding Sustainable and Profitable

Side Hustle in the Modern Economy

A successful side business is sustainable as well as profitable. You should be able to sustain it over the long run and should enjoy doing it. Consider your talents and hobbies, the market need, and the possibility for development when choosing a side business to pursue. For instance, if you have expertise in digital marketing, you may offer small firms your services. Digital marketing services are in great demand due to the growth of e-commerce, and this trend is set to last for the foreseeable future. Additionally, as you acquire more clients and experience, you could broaden your service offerings or even launch a digital marketing firm.

Digital Marketing's Place in Side Businesses

Making Use of Social Media for Your Side Business Social networking sites like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram may be practical marketing tools for your side business. They let you establish your brand, interact with potential consumers, and reach a large audience. You might use Instagram, for instance, if you're beginning a handmade jewelry business, to promote your goods, offer behind-the-scenes images, and interact with your fans. You might connect with potential clients on LinkedIn if you provide freelance writing services, promote your portfolio, and publish articles pertinent to your industry. The Effect of LSI Keywords and SEO on Your Online Side Business Latent Semantic Indexing (LSI) keywords and search engine optimization (SEO) may significantly improve the exposure of your online side business. Optimizing your website or online profiles with pertinent keywords may draw more organic traffic and prospective clients. For instance, you may use SEO and LSI keywords like "personal finance tips," "budgeting advice," and "financial independence" if you're launching a blog about personal finance to raise your search engine ranks and draw visitors who are interested in these subjects.

How to Start a Side Business Making $500 a Day?

High-Paying Side Hustle: How to Earn $500 Every Day Some side businesses might bring in $500 or more daily. These comprise high-end freelance employment, specialist consultancy, and certain kinds of web enterprises. For instance, if you are an authority in a specific sector, you might provide consulting services to organizations or private citizens. You could accept lucrative freelancing tasks if you're a talented programmer, designer, or writer. You might establish an online store or a drop shipping business if you are knowledgeable about e-commerce. Tips and Tricks for Increasing the Profits from Your Side Business Improve your abilities, deliver superior customer service, and advertise your side business skillfully to maximize your revenue. You may enroll in online courses or attend seminars to hone your talents. Going above and above for your clients might result in rave reviews and recommendations. You might also put time and effort into marketing your side business using SEO, email marketing, and social media marketing techniques.

Managing Your Side Business While Working Full-Time

  Techniques for Managing Your Time for

Side Hustle

It might be challenging to juggle a full-time job with a side business. Setting a clear timetable for your side business and employing productivity tools are two effective time management techniques. For instance, you may schedule specific times each day or week for your side business, ensuring it doesn't conflict with your day job. You might also utilize tools like project management applications, timers, and calendars to keep you organized and productive. How to Balance Work and Life in the Gig Economy Even while side jobs might earn you extra money, it's crucial to strike a healthy work-life balance. Set limits and schedule time for relaxation. Remember that a side business's purpose is not merely to generate more revenue but also to enjoy the experience and discover your hobbies.

How to Start a Side Business Making $100 a Day?

  Side Hustle for Novices: How to Make Your First $100 Start if you're new to side jobs. Several side jobs can help you earn your first $100, such as pet sitting or selling homemade crafts. After first recognizing them, find a side business opportunity that fits your talents and interests. Remember that the objective at this point is not simply to make money but also to gain experience and become knowledgeable about the side hustle industry. From $100 to $500 a Day: Scaling Your Side Business Look for expansion methods once your side business has begun to pay off. It can entail growing your customer base, raising prices, or adding new services. If you provide pet sitting services, consider giving extra services like dog walking or pet grooming. If you offer handcrafted things, consider listing them on a more popular website like Etsy or opening your online shop.

The Financial Dimensions of Side Jobs

  Financial Planning and Budgeting for Side Hustlers Effective money management for your side hustle is essential. Budgeting, financial planning, and a grasp of the tax ramifications of your additional income are required. Set a budget for your side business initially, accounting for costs like supplies or advertising. Plan how you will spend your revenue after that. You may preserve them, put them back into your side business, or utilize them to settle a debt. Finally, remember to record your income and outgoings for tax purposes. Recognizing the Effects of Side Hustles on Taxes Comprehending your tax requirements is critical because side hustle income is taxed. You could have to pay income tax, self-employment tax, or sales tax, depending on your area and the type of your side business. You could also write off some costs associated with your side business. Consider speaking with a tax expert to guarantee you comply with all rules.

The Prospects for Side Hustle

Forecasting Side Business Market Trends The possibilities for side businesses will grow as the gig economy develops. Keep up with market changes to adjust your side business plan as necessary. For instance, there could be more potential for internet-side businesses if remote employment becomes more prevalent. Demand for eco-friendly goods and services can increase as people grow more concerned about sustainability. Future-Proofing Your Side Business: Changing with the Times Flexible and adaptive individuals are the most practical side hustlers. Be prepared to adapt your side business when the market needs to do. For instance, you might need to switch from providing in-person services to delivering them online. If you sell, you should modify your items to reflect shifting consumer tastes.

Conclusion: Adopting a Lifestyle of

Side Hustle

A unique option to supplement your income, pursue your hobbies, and start a full-time business exists with side jobs. You may maximize the benefits of the side hustle lifestyle by picking the right side business, coming up with practical ideas, and being flexible. The opportunities are unlimited, whether you want to earn an additional $100 or $2000 monthly. Why then wait? Begin now with a side business!   Read the full article

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With the 2022 midterms ushering in a divided federal government, the consensus view—at least in the media—is that Washington’s moment to enact big policy measures has now passed. The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and others predict that disputes between a Republican-led House and Democrat-led Senate will cause federal legislative work to grind to a halt. A Politico headline said it most succinctly: “Biden’s era of big government is over.”

It’s true that a divided Congress should mean a less productive and less ambitious legislative calendar. But Washington has only begun to execute all the work created by the previous Congress—and nowhere is that more true than infrastructure policy.

Between the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the 117th Congress invested $1.25 trillion across the transportation, energy, water resources, and broadband sectors for the next five to 10 years. It’s now the Biden administration’s responsibility to get that historic amount of money out the door—yet the bulk of it is still sitting in federal coffers or unrealized tax credits on the federal balance sheet.

Nor will implementation outside Washington be easy. Leaders in state and local governments, utilities, and qualifying industries will confront a range of challenging economic conditions to put all that federal money to work. Significant price inflation in the construction sector, the growing cost of municipal debt, a tight labor market, and a general downturn in state and local government revenues could all limit how many projects move from planning to physical construction. Communities and companies may need to right-size their infrastructure ambitions for those volatile economic realities.

The goal of this report is to use the past year of legislative activity and economic data to prepare public officials, practitioners, and analysts for what the next few years of federal infrastructure implementation may entail. If there’s one common theme across all the data, it’s this: With so much money available across so many programs, strategic implementation is now the most urgent priority. We recommend the following three cross-cutting strategies:

Rank major priorities. No matter the infrastructure sector or asset owner, there is a likelihood that not all “good” projects can be completed by the time the IIJA or IRA expire. Leaders must reconsider priorities and rank what matters most to constituents, customers, and the bottom line.

Prepare for different funding scenarios based on shifting economic conditions. Even with the significant increase in federal resources, all projects will require either matching public funding (such as formula programs), private investment (such as those incentivized by tax credits), or both. With economic conditions feeling especially volatile, practitioners should consider how different amounts of state and local dollars will impact access to federal funding. Experiences in Philadelphia and Colorado—both of which adopted policies to secure funding to make federal matches—could serve as models.

Expand the talent pipeline. The IIJA and IRA primarily fund capital investments or operations, leaving the question of where talent comes from to infrastructure owners and operators. With five to 10 years of funding increases, public and private stakeholders won’t complete their project pipeline if they don’t also address their workforce pipeline. States should make use of flexible workforce funding within the IIJA, and localities should consider new regional strategies.

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HE DIED BROKE

HE DIED BROKE - https://keywestlou.com/he-died-broke/Several years ago, I visited Washington, DC as a tourist. Previously, only as a lawyer who never had the time to visit our national monuments. I was especially interested in the Lincoln Memorial. Lincoln majestically seated. It was the Jefferson Memorial that affected me the most, however. A bronze Thomas Jefferson standing 19 feet tall. Atop a large granite block. Impressive! Overwhelming! Jefferson's public career was outstanding. Few political leaders have achieved the successes he did. Abraham Lincoln referred to Jefferson as ".....the most distinguished politician in our history." Some of Jefferson's accomplishments included being a Founding Father of our Nation, the author of the Declaration of Independence, President of the United States, Vice President before, a spokesperson for democracy, a member of the Continental Congress, Governor of Virginia, Minister to France, first Secretary of State, the Louisiana purchase, opposition to slavery (though he owned over 200 slaves), signed the law banning the importation of slaves to the United States, founded the University of Virginia, spoke five languages, designed the mansion at his 5,000 acre plantation Monticello, and authorized the funding and construction of West Point. A special person. A special President. His image sits on Mount Rushmore. Unfortunately, Jefferson died broke. Not a penny available for his family. His beloved Monticello sold to pay debts. Jefferson was born to wealth. His was a wealthy slave owning family. Wealth back then could be measured by the number of slaves one owned. Slaves were property and had a value. Jefferson had everything going for him from an economic perspective. His problem was he could not manage money. There was not a time when he did not have cash flow problems. He had difficulty balancing his check book. He always spent more than he took in. At the time of his death, Jefferson owed more than $1 million in today's money. His final days before his death were not spent in fond remembrances of the past. He was sickly and bed ridden. He spent most of his waking hours going over his finances and debts. In the end, there was no estate to pass on to heirs. His estate, possessions and slaves were sold at public auctions. His daughter was forced to sell Monticello. His final services did not befit a man of his stature. By choice. Jefferson had directed that no one be invited. His wishes were honored. The services were simple and quiet. His remains were carried by servants, family and friends to his Monticello grave site. Jefferson was distrustful of banks his entire life. Living on the edge of economic disaster, he developed what can only be described as a hatred for banks. He viewed banks in a fashion similar to how they are looked upon today. Regarding banks, Jefferson wrote the following. His prophecy relatively correct: "If the American people ever allow banks to control the issue of their currency, first by inflation, then by deflation, the banks and corporations that will grow up around them will deprive the people of all property until their children wake up homeless.....I believe that banking institutions are more dangerous to our liberties than standing armies." Jefferson's was a sad ending to a brilliant career. Though of his own making, he was poorly treated in his later years. The Upper Keys have installed AED's. Emergency cardiac arrest boxes. Key West should do so. I have a heart condition. I put my money where my mouth is. I wear a Medical Alert System. Hangs around my neck. I press a button and within minutes the world is around me to help. Ambulance, emergency assistance, fire engine and police. The System costs $54.95 a month. Only needed it once in the 3 years I have had it. Fell down the stairs, fractured 2 vertebras. Couldn't get up. Two in the morning. Glad I had it! I can afford it. Not everyone can. Everyone should have some sort of protection. The AED boxes are a partial assistance to the second biggest killer in the U.S. Heart attacks. Key West pisses a lot of money away. AED is not a waste of tax dollars. It is a protection available all. The Front page of today's KeysNews carries an excellent article concerning the AED's. The La Concha Hotel is almost 100 years old. Opened to the public this date in 1925. The formal grand opening took place January 22, 1926. What follows are excerpts from page 2 of the Executive Summary to the January 6 Committee Report. The page overall testimony by certain insurrectionists. These persons openly acknowledging they had betrayed their country. Remier: "And I'm sorry to the people of this country for threatening the democracy that makes this country so great." Pert: "I know the peaceful transition of power is to ensure the common good for our nation and that it is critical in protecting our country's security needs." Markofski: "My actions put me on the other side of the line from my brothers in the Army. The wrong side. Had I lived in the area, I would have been called upon to defend the Capitol and restore order.....My actions brough dishonor to my beloved U.S. Army National Guard." Witcher: "Every member - every male member of my family has served in the military, in the Marine Corps, and most have saw combat. And I cast a shadow and cast embarrassment upon my family name and that legacy." Today a big one for Syracuse. We play in a bowl game for the first time in years. Against Minnesota in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium. Two pm. Busy day for me. A haircut with Lori. Then rush home to catch the game. Enjoy your day!

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Investment: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Building Wealth

Investment: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Building Wealth

Investment is one of the most powerful tools for building wealth and achieving financial independence. It involves allocating resources, typically money, to assets or ventures with the expectation of generating future income or profit. Whether you're just starting your investment journey or you're a seasoned investor, understanding the fundamentals of investment is crucial to making informed decisions that align with your financial goals.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the different types of investments, the principles of successful investing, risk management, and strategies that can help you grow your wealth over time. Whether you're investing in stocks, bonds, real estate, or starting your own business, this article will provide you with the knowledge to make better investment decisions.

1. What is Investment?

At its core, investment is the act of committing money or capital to an asset, venture, or project with the expectation that it will generate returns over time. The primary goal of investment is to generate income or profit, and there are various ways to achieve this, including capital appreciation (the increase in the value of an asset), dividend income, interest income, or rental income.

Investing is different from saving because saving involves putting money aside without expecting to generate any substantial return, while investing involves taking on some degree of risk with the hope of earning a higher return than what you would get from simply saving in a bank account.

2. Types of Investments

There are numerous types of investments, each with its own characteristics, risk profile, and potential returns. Here are some of the most common types of investments:

A. Stocks

Stocks represent ownership in a company. When you buy shares of a company, you become a partial owner and are entitled to a portion of the company's profits (through dividends) and any appreciation in the stock's value.

Advantages: Stocks can offer high returns, especially if the company performs well. They are liquid, meaning you can easily buy or sell them on the stock market.

Risks: Stock prices can be volatile and fluctuate based on the company’s performance, market conditions, and economic factors.

B. Bonds

Bonds are debt instruments issued by governments, municipalities, or corporations. When you buy a bond, you're essentially lending money to the issuer in exchange for regular interest payments and the promise to repay the principal amount at maturity.

Advantages: Bonds are typically considered safer than stocks because they provide fixed interest payments. They can be a steady income source.

Risks: While bonds are less risky than stocks, they are still subject to credit risk (if the issuer defaults), interest rate risk (if rates rise), and inflation risk.

C. Real Estate

Investing in real estate involves purchasing property (residential, commercial, or industrial) to generate rental income or to sell at a profit in the future.

Advantages: Real estate can offer a steady cash flow (through rent), tax benefits, and long-term appreciation.

Risks: Real estate requires significant capital upfront, and it can be illiquid. There are also risks related to property value fluctuations, tenant issues, and maintenance costs.

D. Mutual Funds and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Mutual funds and ETFs pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other assets. Mutual funds are actively managed, while ETFs typically track a specific index or sector and are passively managed.

Advantages: These funds provide diversification, which can reduce risk. They are suitable for investors who want exposure to a variety of assets without the need to pick individual stocks or bonds.

Risks: Mutual funds can have management fees, and both mutual funds and ETFs are subject to market fluctuations.

E. Commodities

Commodities refer to raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold, such as gold, oil, or wheat. Investing in commodities can be done through direct purchases or commodity-focused ETFs and futures contracts.

Advantages: Commodities can be a good hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty.

Risks: Commodities can be highly volatile and influenced by supply and demand factors, geopolitical events, and weather conditions.

F. Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum are digital currencies that use blockchain technology for secure transactions. Cryptocurrencies have gained popularity as an alternative investment class, with potential for high returns.

Advantages: Cryptocurrencies can offer high returns, especially during bull markets. They are decentralized and not tied to traditional financial systems.

Risks: Cryptocurrencies are highly speculative and volatile, with the possibility of losing a significant portion of your investment.

3. Principles of Successful Investing

To achieve long-term investment success, it’s essential to adhere to some basic principles of investing:

A. Start Early and Stay Consistent

One of the key factors to successful investing is time. The earlier you start investing, the more you can take advantage of compounding—the process where the returns on your investment generate additional returns over time.

Tip: Even small, consistent contributions to your investments can grow significantly over time due to compounding.

B. Diversification

Diversification involves spreading your investments across different asset classes to reduce risk. By investing in a variety of assets, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and commodities, you can minimize the impact of any single investment's poor performance.

Tip: Don't put all your eggs in one basket. Ensure your portfolio has a mix of assets with different risk profiles.

C. Risk Tolerance and Asset Allocation

Your risk tolerance determines how much risk you’re willing to take with your investments. Your asset allocation should reflect your risk tolerance, financial goals, and time horizon. Younger investors may have a higher risk tolerance and can invest more heavily in stocks, while older investors may want a more conservative portfolio with bonds and real estate.

Tip: Reassess your asset allocation regularly to ensure it aligns with your changing financial situation and market conditions.

D. Avoid Emotional Investing

Emotions can play a significant role in investment decisions. Fear and greed often lead investors to make poor choices, such as selling during a market dip out of panic or buying during a market bubble due to the fear of missing out (FOMO).

Tip: Stick to your long-term investment plan and avoid making impulsive decisions based on short-term market movements.

E. Educate Yourself

The best investors are those who continually educate themselves about the markets, asset classes, and investment strategies. By understanding the underlying principles and trends, you can make more informed decisions and better manage risk.

Tip: Regularly read books, articles, and research reports about investing, and consider attending investment seminars or courses.

4. Risk Management in Investing

While investing offers the potential for high returns, it also carries inherent risks. Here are some key strategies for managing risk:

A. Set Realistic Expectations

It’s important to have realistic expectations about the potential returns on your investments. While the stock market has historically provided strong returns, there will be periods of volatility and downturns. Understanding this can help you manage risk and avoid making rash decisions.

B. Regularly Review Your Portfolio

Market conditions change, and so should your investment strategy. Regularly reviewing your portfolio will help you assess whether your investments are still aligned with your financial goals and whether you need to make adjustments.

Tip: Rebalance your portfolio at least once a year to ensure it matches your desired asset allocation.

C. Hedging Strategies

Hedging involves using financial instruments, such as options or futures, to reduce risk in your portfolio. While hedging can be complex, it can be a useful tool for protecting your investments from adverse market movements.

5. Investment Strategies for Building Wealth

There are many different investment strategies you can use depending on your goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon. Here are a few popular strategies:

A. Buy and Hold

The buy and hold strategy involves purchasing investments with the intention of holding them for the long term, regardless of short-term market fluctuations. This strategy relies on the belief that, over time, the value of investments will increase.

Best for: Long-term investors who are patient and not swayed by short-term market movements.

B. Dollar-Cost Averaging

Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) involves investing a fixed amount of money at regular intervals, regardless of the market price. This strategy helps mitigate the impact of market volatility by spreading out your investments over time.

Best for: Investors who want to reduce the risk of timing the market and prefer a steady, consistent approach.

C. Value Investing

Value investing involves buying stocks that are undervalued by the market relative to their intrinsic value. Value investors look for companies that have strong fundamentals but are trading at a lower price than their true worth.

Best for: Investors who are willing to conduct in-depth research and are patient in waiting for their investments to appreciate.

D. Growth Investing

Growth investing focuses on companies that are expected to grow at an above-average rate compared to others in the market. These companies often reinvest their profits to fuel expansion, rather than paying dividends.

Best for: Investors who are willing to take on more risk in exchange for the potential of high returns.

6. Conclusion

Investing is an essential part of building wealth and securing your financial future. Whether you’re new to investing or an experienced investor, understanding the different types of investments, principles of successful investing, and strategies for managing risk will empower you to make informed decisions that align with your goals. Remember, investing is a journey, not a sprint. By staying patient, diversified, and focused on your long-term objectives, you can maximize your chances of success and financial growt

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The Psychology of Money: Understanding the Human Side of Financial Success

Money is one of the most influential aspects of modern life, shaping everything from our daily decisions to our long-term goals. Yet, managing money effectively isn’t just about technical skills or knowing financial terms. In his book, The Psychology of Money, author Morgan Housel explores the profound role psychology plays in financial decisions and outcomes. Housel emphasizes that our financial behavior is driven more by emotions and experiences than by strict logic or intelligence. This article delves into some key insights from The Psychology of Money and explores how they can transform our approach to personal finance.

1. Money is More About Behavior than Knowledge

One of Housel’s main points is that wealth-building depends less on knowledge and more on behavior. Most financial literature focuses on the “what”—strategies like investing, saving, and budgeting. However, understanding the “why” and “how” of our financial behaviors is often more important. For instance, two people may have the same income, but one might save diligently while the other spends impulsively. The difference lies in their financial behavior, which is shaped by emotions, habits, and experiences rather than an understanding of finance itself.

Housel suggests that success in personal finance doesn’t require technical brilliance; rather, it requires patience, discipline, and self-control. Developing healthy financial habits, such as consistent saving and avoiding debt, can often trump sophisticated investment strategies.

2. The Influence of Personal Experiences

Another key concept in The Psychology of Money is that our financial decisions are largely influenced by our individual life experiences. If someone grew up during an economic downturn, they might be cautious about investments and inclined to save aggressively. Conversely, someone who has only experienced booming economies may be more prone to risk-taking. Our financial “lens” is shaped by the economic conditions we witness, making financial decisions highly personal and subjective.

Housel highlights how these varied experiences can lead to vastly different approaches to money. Recognizing how your unique background influences your financial choices can help you avoid decisions based on biases or fears. For instance, if you’re overly cautious due to past financial struggles, you might miss growth opportunities in your portfolio. By understanding these tendencies, you can develop a more balanced approach that aligns with both your financial goals and your comfort level.

3. The Role of Compounding and Patience

One of the most important principles in personal finance is the power of compounding, yet it requires patience to realize its full potential. Compounding is the idea that the returns on an investment generate additional returns over time, leading to exponential growth. Housel emphasizes that many people underestimate the value of long-term investing due to impatience. They want immediate results, which can lead to decisions like selling investments too soon or failing to save consistently.

Warren Buffett is a prime example of compounding at work; much of his wealth accumulated after his 50s, as he allowed his investments to grow over decades. By recognizing that compounding requires time and resisting the urge to make frequent changes, individuals can maximize their wealth over the long term.

4. The Paradox of Wealth and Contentment

In The Psychology of Money, Housel discusses how people often equate wealth with happiness. Yet, studies and real-life experiences show that after meeting basic needs, happiness doesn’t increase significantly with more wealth. Often, the desire for more—be it a bigger house, a fancier car, or a higher paycheck—leads to lifestyle inflation, where expenses rise along with income. This paradox can trap people in a cycle of dissatisfaction, as they chase after more rather than focusing on financial stability or meaningful goals.

Housel suggests that true financial freedom comes from being content with what you have and resisting unnecessary spending. The goal, he argues, should not be to endlessly accumulate wealth but to reach a point of “enough”—a level where you feel secure and satisfied. This mindset can help you prioritize what truly matters, whether it’s freedom, family time, or pursuing passions.

5. Risk, Luck, and Humility

One of Housel’s most profound insights is the role of luck and risk in financial outcomes. People often attribute financial success solely to hard work and intelligence, but luck plays a significant role. Timing, economic conditions, and even one-off opportunities can have an outsized impact on financial success. Conversely, even the most prudent investors and savers can face setbacks due to unexpected events beyond their control.

Understanding the influence of luck and risk leads to a more balanced view of money, one that combines humility with gratitude. Housel advises people to avoid risky, high-stakes financial decisions and instead take a conservative approach, acknowledging that while you can control your actions, you cannot control every outcome.

6. Building Financial Resilience

Finally, The Psychology of Money emphasizes the importance of building financial resilience. Life is unpredictable, and unexpected expenses or financial shocks are inevitable. By saving more than you think you need and avoiding excessive debt, you create a financial buffer that protects you during difficult times. Housel encourages people to maintain flexibility with their finances so they can adapt to changing circumstances without severe consequences.

Resilience doesn’t just come from saving but from diversifying income sources, living below your means, and having contingency plans. It’s not about always maximizing returns but about minimizing the impact of downturns and giving yourself options in any situation.

Conclusion

The Psychology of Money teaches us that personal finance is deeply influenced by psychology and behavior. It reminds us that financial success isn’t about memorizing formulas or following market trends; it’s about self-awareness, patience, and discipline. By understanding our personal biases and emotional triggers, we can make more balanced financial decisions. Ultimately, wealth should serve as a tool for stability, security, and freedom, not as a constant race toward “more.” Embracing these insights can lead to a healthier relationship with money, empowering us to achieve financial goals while finding contentment along the way.

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Services Provided by Dubai-Based Debt Management Companies Dubai debt management firms provide a range of services designed to satisfy the various demands of its customers:

Debt Consolidation: This service lessens the monthly payback burden by combining several loans into a single, manageable loan with a more advantageous interest rate.

Debt Settlement: Businesses work with creditors to lessen the total amount due, enabling customers to pay off their obligations for less.

Credit Counseling: By offering advice on financial planning, budgeting, and efficient debt management, credit counselors equip their clients with the skills they need to change their financial behaviors.

Restructuring debt entails changing the conditions of current debt arrangements to make payments easier to handle, frequently by lowering interest rates or lengthening payback terms.

Dubai's Debt Management Future

The demand for debt management services is anticipated to increase as Dubai's financial environment changes. The debt management sector is still being shaped by elements like rising consumer spending, company growth, and shifts in the state of the world economy. Furthermore, the digitization of services and developments in financial technology (fintech) are probably going to make debt management more effective, individualized, and accessible. Additionally, Dubai's legislative environment is changing to encourage equitable debt collection procedures, which will benefit businesses and consumers alike in the long run.

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In a changing economic climate, debt management services in Dubai have emerged as a crucial support network for people and companies looking to attain financial stability. These services offer a range of options that help not only settle existing debt problems but also give you the means to create a more secure financial future. Debt management firms in Dubai will remain essential in enabling their customers to handle debt sensibly and make wise financial decisions as the need for these services increases.