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Twenty-First-Century City
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Twenty-First-Century City

From: Seven Days in Halifax

In this chapter, Ashe describes how the “Encounter on Urban Environment” event was organized in Halifax in 1970, and how the event gave citizens the opportunity to hold their … 12 $1.20 Add
Twilight Capitalism

Twilight Capitalism

Karl Marx and the Decay of the Profit System

Twenty-first-century capitalism has little more to offer than a menu of despair: pandemics, deepening inequality, worsening depression, runaway climate change, intensifying authoritarianism and … 295 View
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Twilight Capitalism

Twilight Capitalism

The Economic Dimension

From: Twilight Capitalism

In this chapter, the authors make the case that capitalism — once a formidable force for innovation and the development of productivity (not to mention brutal exploitation, violence and … ; ; 40 $4.00 Add
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Twilight Capitalism or Socialist Revolution

Twilight Capitalism or Socialist Revolution

From: Twilight Capitalism

This chapter examines "twenty-first-century socialism," and how young people are generally moving to the left and becoming attracted to socialist ideas. ; ; 32 $3.20 Add
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Two Degrees Too Late (A Shell Game)

Two Degrees Too Late (A Shell Game)

From: The Big Stall

Examines why climate scientists believe it is imperative to limit warming to no more than 2 degrees celsius. Discusses why turning to natural gas, as is advocated by energy corporations and many … 21 $2.10 Add
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Two Faces

Two Faces

From: Man at the Airport

This chapter details the author’s experiences in Abu Dhabi and Dubai as he tried to make friends and find work. He was in the UAE when the conflict in Syria began. 15 $1.50 Add
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Ukraine and Pipeline Rivalry: Two Narratives

Ukraine and Pipeline Rivalry: Two Narratives

From: Oil and World Politics

Analyzes the two narratives (US/NATO and Russian) relating to the change of government in 2014, the civil war and sanctions. Considers energy security issues: Ukraine’s reliability as the … 40 $4.00 Add
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Ukraine's Influence on Canada’s Russian Policy

Ukraine’s Influence on Canada’s Russian Policy

From: Canada is Not Back

Explains the history of Canada’s relationship with Ukraine and Russia and explores Trudeau’s decision making in response to conflict between the two and the significance of the … 21 $2.10 Add
Ukrainian Scorpions

Ukrainian Scorpions

A Tale of Larceny and Greed

Award-winning author Grand Chief Ron Derrickson tells the story of his personal fight against Ukrainian political and economic forces alongside the larger story of the wider struggle for Ukraine … 236 View
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Un beau défi: My Journey Fighting Multiple Sclerosis and the Climate Crisis
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Un beau défi: My Journey Fighting Multiple Sclerosis and the Climate Crisis

From: Living Disability

Sébastien Jodoin writes about his diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, and how he has adapted his research as a law professor to include disability. He discusses the danger global heating presents … 8 $0.80 Add
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Unarmed Civilian Protection

Unarmed Civilian Protection

From: Are We Done Fighting?

This chapter considers research about how unarmed civilians can be helpful in a war situation, work that is rooted in relationship-building. The chapter concludes with a case study and a … 11 $1.10 Add
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Uncle Sam and Us

Uncle Sam and Us

From: Essential Readings in Canadian Government and Politics, 2nd Edition

Excerpt of a 2002 book by Stephen Clarkson reviewing Canada’s foreign policy in relation to the United States from 1938 to 2002. ; ; 8 $0.80 Add
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Under the Shield of the Law

Under the Shield of the Law

From: In Defiance

Injunctions and legal manoeuvers to stop the strike. Students ignore court decisions. ; 15 $1.50 Add
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Undercover in Calgary

Undercover in Calgary

From: A Communist for the RCMP

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