Innovation is only valuable to the extent that it maximizes profit. While millions starve to death as a result of capitalism’s inefficient allocation of resources, the capitalist thinks of technology to satisfy the “demands” (artificial needs) of the middle class consumers. The extreme victims of capitalism have no say in anything as they lack purchasing power, so providing sustainable alternatives to essential needs is not considered. Although indeed it is possible to feed the world, it is not profitable because these people lack purchasing power. People in 3rd world countries cannot produce the food necessary to sustain themselves because of problems like soil erosion and desertification. Why are we not looking for solutions? Shouldn’t a society satisfy the needs of all people, not simply those who have purchasing power?

The middle class in developed countries work in occupations that they real have little to no say in for their next pay cheque. Our job is not a means to improve society, but to ensure the status quo and to allow countless more to suffer from the unsustainable policies of global capitalism. The values of our consumerist society are reinforced through the various institutions that ensure the legitimacy of the capitalist state.

We are not improving society. We are allowing this corrupt system to continue destroying the vulnerable as is an fundamental component of the capitalist system. When profit triumphs all, naturally the needs of the majority will not be met. Globalization is an inherent part of the economic system. In order to maximize profit, it is essential to exploit the resources and labour abroad. Wars are fought for companies that are tied to the nation state to gain access to resources which is why the state is an essential part of the capitalist system.

In the end, we do think about ways to improve society. Our prime goal as middle class workers is a family’s well being. Little do we care beyond the realms of our daily lives….little do we consider making positive changes in our communities because so long as capitalism exists, we will not be able to improve society.

By: Char

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