We face austerity, privatisation, and toxic influence. But we are growing, and cannot be beaten
Games people play
Portraying the ‘GameStop rebellion’ as an assault on the forces of economic tyranny is simply absurd – and a distraction from the crippling insecurity faced by those who work for a living, writes ZOLTAN ZIGEDY

THE US corporate media has been in a frenzy. The unprecedented January 6 assault on the Capitol in Washington DC has conjured widespread interpretation and unbridled speculation.
Conspiracy theories abound, from fascist coup attempts to murderous assassination attempts against our beloved leaders.
Whatever its actual meaning, it has long since become a gambit in the political games played in the two-party casino, a move shaped by the advantage thought to be gained by our high-stakes politicians.
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