Category Archives: Quotable Notables

Quotable: Arundhati Roy on the ghosts of capitalism

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Sabina Becker

“Though capitalism is meant to be based on competition, those at the top of the food chain have also shown themselves to be capable of inclusiveness and solidarity. The great Western Capitalists have done business with fascists, socialists, despots and … Continue reading →

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Quotable: Chris Rock on wages

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Sabina Becker

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Quotable: George Carlin on incentives

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Sabina Becker

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Quotable: Banksy on advertising

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Sabina Becker

(Ed. note: Yes, I have been posting very lightly of late. I’m at work on a translation project, a book-length one. I’m finding it both stimulating and mentally exhausting simultaneously. I’ll try to talk more about it later, when my … Continue reading →

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Quotable: Tariq Ali on the “lone gunman” of Afghanistan

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Sabina Becker

“It’s hardly a secret that most Afghans are opposed to the occupation of their country. Occupying soldiers are well aware of the fact. The ‘enemy’ is not hidden. It is the public. So wiping out women and children is part … Continue reading →