To be fair, capitalism can work. But unfettered capitalism is pure greed. And right now nearly all of the guardrails have been removed.
Industry consolidation is out of control. Citizens United gave them unlimited political influence. Their lobbyists write the laws to govern them.
I’m waiting for the return of company towns. Amazon and Walmart are selling healthcare so we’re edging closer.
We’re not going to change things by voting in millionaires. Run for local office. Encourage like minded people to do the same. School boards, library boards, it’s all about shifting thought. It won’t be quick but it will work. Beau of the Fifth Column on has several videos about building community networks. The idea is that by bringing people together, it helps grow local power.