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The Fight Against Inequality

From: The Fire and the Ashes

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In this chapter, Jackson writes about the Great Recession of 2008-2009, and suggests that the functioning of democracies relies on economic and social equality. The best way to achieve this … 5 $0.50 Add
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The Long Struggle for Status

From: Essential Work Disposable Workers

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This chapter is an effort to convey the urgency of permanent status for migrants. The chapter examines the campaigns of self-organized migrants who have constructed communities of struggle that … 16 $1.60 Add
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The Special Case of AI and Big Data–Based Policing

The Dream of the Smart City

From: Dream States

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The Dream of the Smart City: Part 8 explores data-based policing. Topics discussed include facial recognition, surveillance networks., data-intensive policing technologies, and algorithms. 17 $1.70 Add
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Visible from Space

From: Charging Ahead

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This chapter looks at Hydro-Quebec, criticisms, and environmental concerns. ; 17 $1.70 Add
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Welcome to the Clean Growth Century

From: The Big Stall

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Analyzes Justin Trudeau’s environmental policies and his alliance with Rachel Notley. Liberal Party policies speak about capitalizing on the opportunities of a low carbon economy, but fail … 20 $2.00 Add
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A Parachute for Ralph

From: Breaking the Word Barrier

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Richard Doiron recounts the story of Ralph. The chapter discusses his functional illiteracy, difficulties in school, foster care, the Moncton Boys & Girls Club, and his active journey to literacy. 5 $0.50 Add
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Ajahn Suchart’s Olympic Ambitions

From: Rebound

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This chapter ecamines the role of martial arts in communities, especially Muay Thai, or Thai boxing. 11 $1.10 Add
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Debating Privatization

From: Local Government in Practice

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In chapter ten, the reader works in the Public Works department and must consider whether and which services to begin privatizing. ; ; 8 $0.80 Add
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Conclusion

From: Spin Doctors

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The conclusion of this book examines life after the pandemic, up until October 2021. 7 $0.70 Add
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Conclusion: Freedom of Movement for People, Not Capital

From: Essential Work Disposable Workers

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In the conclusion to this book, Heneway discusses capitalism as an economic system, and once again breaks down the impact of globalization on trade and labour. 10 $1.00 Add
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Containing Resistance

The Neoliberal Boundaries of Employment Equity

From: Restructuring and Resistance

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Critical Science and Social Responsibility

From: Techno-Fix

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Critical Science and Social Responsibility outlines ways to increase the awareness of scientists and engineers regarding their social responsibilities as well as ways to transform current science … ; 31 $3.10 Add
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Cyber Cyber Everywhere

From: Unicorn in the Woods

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In this chapter, Pitt explores the career of Steve Lund, the key driver behind CyberNB, an agency designed to leverage New Brunswick’s homegrown expertise. 15 $1.50 Add
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Economic Myths and Political Realities:

The Inequality Agenda and the Sustainability of Medicare

From: Medicare

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Analyzes the economic and political sides of the Canadian Medicare system. Specifically looks at the ideas of a sustainable medicare system and how the system is fraught with inequality 48 $4.80 Add
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The COVID-19 Pandemic and How a Recognized Emergency makes the Impossible Possible

From: A Good War

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In the Epilogue, Klein shares his own reflections on the pandemic and the lessons we can learn from it regarding climate action and mobilization. 8 $0.80 Add
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Living with the risk

From: On Borrowed Time

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The author discusses his personal journey of getting his family and their home prepared for the next massive earthquake. 8 $0.80 Add