Social issues as main category

On 9/11, amidst the chaos and terror, one theme emerged: love. In their final moments, every voice, facing unimaginable fear and death, spoke only of love. There was no hate, no blame, only a desperate [...]

Capitalism's inherent drive for growth, fueled by the perpetual cycle of investment and profit, creates a compelling illusion of efficiency. Money begets more money, promoting a belief in boundless progress. However, this narrative ignores the [...]

For millennia, human economies thrived on the principle of use-value, mainly in circular economies. Work, trade, innovation, and markets existed long before capitalism took center stage. Capitalism's defining feature is the relentless pursuit of profit, [...]

The narrative of capitalism as a system born of free choice and individual liberty is a myth carefully constructed to mask its violent origins. From the 14th century, as feudalism waned, especially in Tudor England, [...]

Art is more than pretty pictures and catchy tunes; it's a powerful tool for social change, a mirror reflecting our society's triumphs and struggles, and a megaphone amplifying voices often unheard. Art has always been [...]

Humanity is a complex web of contradictions. We yearn for peace and harmony, yet our history is drenched in conflict and oppression. We extol the virtues of love and compassion, but our societies are often [...]

In the theater of international relations, where conflicts flare and humanitarian crises unfold, the question of effective resistance looms large. In the face of overwhelming power and entrenched systems of oppression, the impulse to resist [...]

Repurposing Book Infrastructure to Address Homelessness and Social Inequality In a narrative as old as time, we’ve perpetually sought to balance the scales of society, attempting to harmonize growth with sustainability, and innovation with tradition. [...]

In a world that often simplifies complex concepts, the question of "What is gender?" continues to spark debate and introspection. While traditionally defined as the social and cultural roles associated with being male or female, [...]

The specter of collapse has haunted human civilizations throughout history, a recurring motif in the rise and fall of empires and societies. The historical parallels are chilling: climate change, environmental degradation, inequality, complexity, external shocks, [...]

In an era marked by increasing interconnectedness and globalization, the concept of national borders is becoming increasingly anachronistic. Nations invest substantial resources in border security and immigration policies, often perpetuating a system of inequality, injustice, [...]

In today's hyper-connected world, pornography and sex work are no longer confined to the fringes of society. They permeate our digital landscape, influencing our perceptions of intimacy, relationships, and even our own self-worth. From easily [...]