Published Oct 13, 2020
416: John Perkins | New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man
John Perkins, economist and former 'economic hitman,' unveils the coercive tactics used by powerful nations to entangle developing countries in debt and economic manipulation, while contrasting China's Belt and Road Initiative with past US and Russian strategies. Through personal stories of transformation, Perkins advocates for a transition from a 'Death Economy' to a sustainable 'Life Economy,' offering insights into the complexities of global economic influence.
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