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 Debt Cures "They" Don't Want You to Know About $25.95 This book is another waste of MONEY by Kevin Trudeau. Don't be fooled by his commercial---IT'S ALL HYPE AND NO SUBSTANCE! I'll never listen to another commercial of his ever again. I give it -2 stars or worse.  Life & Debt $17.98 I have viewed this interesting documentary, three times since 2001. It is looking at the conditions of poverty and desperation inflicted on poor countries, such as Jamaica, by the agenda and policies of international agencies such as the International monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. At first, I found the documentary overdramatic--propaganda filled. In my opinion then, it did not adequately address the issue of the true nature of neo-liberalism ('globalization') in poor countries. After reexamining the documentary, I concluded that the 'dramatization' may be necessary to convey the message effectively to people far removed from the scene of "Third World" poverty. I am also wondering if the creators of "Life and Debt" have looked into the role of the local middle class in the perpetuation of the social and economic issues illustrated in the film. Who are the local beneficiaries of IMF policies in the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa and Asia? Perhaps, the local representatives of imperialism--rightwing and "Left-lites"--the lumpen-bourgeoisie! Historically, members of this class worked to resist meaningful change coming from the people. They work through their media and institutions to direct discontent and popular demands into the opportunistic arms of the main political parties, ensuring that the status quo of inequality from which their privileges spring, is not disrupted. In fact, these political parties have ruled since independence, with a firm hand, using the police force brutally, with impunity against the people. A sequel to "Life and Debt" would be welcomed, if it examines debt and poverty in the third world from a more historical and critical perspective. "Life and Debt" is still a great documentary. I recommend it highly! A Voice at the Workplace: Reflections on Colonialism and the Jamaican Worker In-Dependence from Bondage: Claude McKay and Michael Manley: Defying the Ideological Clash and Policy Gaps in African Diaspora Relations  Life And Debt $29.95 I see from their website that this movie is rife with awards and glowing opinions. However, the move makers missed a bet by not including English subtitles in order to clarify the heavily accented dialog. I got the gist of the movie but missed many salient points made by those living it. Please re-consider adding this feature to your DVD. |
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