The Soviet experience Nov 14, 2009
The operational concessions made in the USSR to the kulaks (relatively affluent peasants and independent farmers) and the petty bourgeoisie by the New Economic Plan (NEP) between 1921 and 1927 restored needed symbiotic trade between urban centers and the rural periphery as it existed under feudalism's gradual transformation toward capitalism. This concession advanced the revolution from feudalism toward capitalism but it fell well short of the ideology of socialist revolution against capitalism... (Asia Times Online)
Revolutionary lessons Nov 13, 2009
As the French bourgeoisie gained control of state power after the French Revolution, much of Europe adopted economic and political systems in which the bourgeoisie lorded over the proletariat with a new exploitative regime to replace the previous relatively benign, symbiotic arrangement between the landed aristocracy and the tenant peasantry under agricultural feudalism ... But much of the world outside of Western Europe was still operating on agricultural feudalism, which became a ripe target... (Asia Times Online)
Night of the living public option Oct 28, 2009
Feudalism that valued service and chivalry was replaced with capitalism. Wealth became the measure of success, and everyone was to care about his own pocket only. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Confucianism a vital string in China's bow Oct 9, 2009
Under Mao Zedong, Confucius was criticized by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) as the chief representation of feudalism and an accomplice to the exploitation of classes. His teachings were considered rubbish that should be thrown into the "historical dustbin". (Asia Times Online)
Civilian formations marched in Tian'anmen Square as another centerpiece of the National Day fete marking the 60th birthday of the People's Republic of China.• Portraits of CPC leaders upheld Oct 1, 2009
Cai Xia with Party School of the Central Committee of CPC. "The spirit of hard working has also been passed on. "The destiny of the Party is closely related with the destiny of the country," Cai said. In his speech on Thursday which was televised nationwide and throughout the world, President Hu Jintao said the development and progress of New China over the past 60 years had fully proved that only socialism can save China and only reform and opening up can ensure the development of China,... (Xinhuanet, China)
Surviving a longer march Sep 26, 2009
He points to three achievements in the first three decades of communist rule that laid foundations for success - destruction of feudalism, creation of universal education, and laying down equality for women. Even though the Communist Party's Leninist structure is largely unchanged, the party evolved from underground militia to party of revolution to party of economic reform. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
In quotes: UN General Assembly Sep 24, 2009
This is political feudalism for those who have a permanent seat. It shouldn't be called the Security Council, it should be called the Terror Council. (BBC News -- Europe)
United States of Paranoia Sep 11, 2009
Leaving feudalism, religious violence, and superstition behind, America, Dwight believed, was a chosen land. And any attempt to subvert the Republic whether by Jesuits or Jacobins, Bolsheviks or bin Ladens must be met with a righteous reaction. (The American Conservative)
China's Executed Supply Bulk of Organs Aug 27, 2009
With the "NEW FEUDALISM" in the States,no need for others to get their organs from their prisons-the EX US middle class can be the supply. Add a comment. (CBS News)
What the Growing Deficit Really Means Aug 26, 2009
With Debt Increasing so Rapidly, Americans Will Likely be Paying Higher Taxes. With the recent White House announcement that the U.S. deficit will nearly double over the next 10 years, Anthony Mason reports that taxes will most likely increase nationwide. (CBS News)
Who's Behind the Angry Town Halls? Aug 13, 2009
The republican are so fearful & afraid-no need to go so nutsy,the ins industry has bribed with lobbyists to keep ripping them off-they may need to save their voices for all the whinning needed in the new feudalism their idiots have created. by Sharkdog2000 August 13, 2009 2:37 AM EDT. (CBS News)
The Price Of Bananas Aug 10, 2009
socialism & dictatorships are all european political phenoms, as is feudalism. Had GWB been the leader this nation needs, imanutjob & chavez would have made it 200 miles out of JFK airport after the UN mtg. (CBS News)
The St. Croix Labor Revolt of 1878 Jul 14, 2009
A Revived Form of Feudalism in the Virgin Islands Sparks "Fireburn". Following emancipation, a new tiered system of economic exploitation replaced an almost equal system of slavery, setting off a celebrated labor revolt on St. Croix. (Suite101.com)
Click to read:Report: Kim Jong Il Has Pancreatic Cancer Jul 13, 2009
Report: Kim Jong Il Has Pancreatic Cancer - CBS News. We've updated CBSNews. (CBS News)
Constitution Jul 5, 2009
But the Chinese people had yet to fulfil their historical task of overthrowing imperialism and feudalism. After waging hard, protracted and tortuous struggles, armed and otherwise, the Chinese people of all nationalities led by the Communist Party of China with Chairman Mao Zedong as its leader ultimately, in 1949, overthrew the rule of imperialism, feudalism and bureaucrat capitalism, won the great victory of the new-democratic revolution and founded the People's Republic of China ... The state... (People's Daily Online, China)
Wednesday, June 03, 2009, Ron Silliman, Sillimans Blog Jun 4, 2009
Miller gets it half right, praising Lewis's spirited syncretism, while mislabeling it "medievalist." It's true that Lewis and his Oxford colleague J.R.R. Tolkien are mutually responsible for the armor-and-cleavage circuit of Renaissance Faires and Medieval Festivals, but Lewis never dreamed of returning to feudalism and poor sanitation. He did see a major shift, though; in his inaugural address at Cambridge he sees the great divide coming sometime between Jane Austen and ourselves. (Harper's Magazine)
The Peace and Truce of God May 3, 2009
Feudalism and Violence. The Carolingian empire in France was divided among Charlemagne's successors at the Treaty of Verdun in 843, and the feudal lords sought to secure their positions in the increasingly unstable social order. (Suite101.com)
LETTER: Paying our fair share of taxes is a patriotic duty Apr 28, 2009
the class warfare is as old as feudalism. or Cain & Able. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Religion in today's world: Evidence and belief Apr 28, 2009
The fact that "secular christianity" and its implications for feudalism and estatism for the rich eventually devolved into conflict, doesnt obviate the fact that the following occurred. During the first 50 years of christianity, all believers shared everything in common. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Eastern Roman Empire Compared to th... Apr 20, 2009
While the onset of feudalism brought together Roman culture, Christian institutions, and barbarian culture, ultimately fusing into the evolving Western tradition, the East forged its own path based on old Roman ideals, laws, and Christian institutions. By the 11th Century the Byzantines, under Emperor Michael VII, requested Western military assistance following the disastrous battle of Manzikert against the Seljuk Turks. (Suite101.com)
Are Tibetans happy? There's no way of knowing Apr 11, 2009
The Chinese press, however, marked the anniversary with effusive articles describing Tibetan joy at being liberated from centuries of feudalism and slavery. If the China Daily is to be believed, "pre-Liberation" Tibet was a living hell, and Tibetans are now grateful to be citizens of the People's Republic of China. (Globe and Mail)
* Tibet will be free when China is Apr 9, 2009
The Chinese press, however, marked the anniversary with effusive articles describing Tibetan joy at being liberated from centuries of feudalism and slavery. If the China Daily, among other publications, is to be believed, pre-liberation Tibet was a living hell and Tibetans are now happy and grateful to be citizens of the Peoples Republic of China. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Where has our pride gone? Apr 2, 2009
Globalism is just the latest member in the extended family of isms that began with feudalism and gave us such erstwhile systems as communism, naziism, fascism and totalitarianism. Get out your dictionary and look up the description of the above systems. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Even political parties have their poopers Mar 29, 2009
For example, some of us want to bring back what really amounts to feudalism, though we now call it socialism. In the modern version, we seek to replace the landed gentry and lords of the manor with an elite class of bureaucrats making ourselves kept vassals of the state. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Christian Civilization Under Siege Mar 25, 2009
Neither feudalism, absolute monarchies, oppressive princes, and tyrannical principalities could for long suppress the Roman Christian ideal promoted by Catholic Rome of the inherent dignity of mankind and the advantages that flowed out of it for every human being. As the Romans had fought off centuries of barbarian invasions, Romanized Christendom fought off Islamic hordes who once threatened the very heart of Europe, reaching as far as the gates of Vienna where they were finally routed by... (Newsmax)
* Ghosts of a gilded age haunt Chinas first ever banking center Mar 21, 2009
The banks tell a history of Chinese financial development, like how China started to transform from feudalism to capitalism, said Ruan Yisan (T), a retired professor from the architecture department of Tongji University in Shanghai who has been instrumental in the restoration of Pingyao. The staffs of the banks were trained to be objective and highly responsible to the accounting of the banks. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Ghosts of a faded gilded age haunt a 19th-century Chinese banking hub Mar 18, 2009
"The banks tell a history of Chinese financial development, like how China started to transform from feudalism to capitalism," said Ruan Yisan, a retired professor from the architecture department of Tongji University in Shanghai who has been instrumental in the restoration of Pingyao. "The staffs of the banks were trained to be objective and highly responsible to the accounting of the banks. Now, corruption is common and people don't place much value in moral qualities.". (International Herald Tribune)
The web we weave Mar 15, 2009
Welcome to The Brisbane Times. Search brisbanetimes. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Book Buzz: Womens History Month Mar 4, 2009
This is a four-volume set Vol I: Origins, from Prehistory to the First Millenium; Vol II: The Masculine Mystique, from Feudalism to the French Revolution; Vol III: Infernos and Paradises, The Triumph of Capitalism in the 19th Century; and Vol IV: Revolutions and Struggles for Justice in the 20th Century. One day, no history will be written without the female half of the world. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Your view Stimulus bill urgently needed Feb 8, 2009
My feeling is you are just sour grapes because you supported Bush's support of corporate feudalism ... Wally World wrote on Feb 7, 2009 10:52 PM:" Definition of Libertarian Economics: The idea that corporate "lords" have the right to kill, maim, or poison or to destroy the property of non-corporate "serfs" - this issue of executive compensation came up. Specifically, the comment concerned executive compensation for companies that received billions of dollars in government assistance.I would like... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Caleb Crain: The Ludlow massacre revisited. Feb 8, 2009
Industrialization was gradually reproducing the conditions of feudalism. PHOTOGRAPH: BETTMANN/CORBIS. (New Yorker)
