Capitalism Vs. Morality
This philosopher famously argued that capitalism alienates workers from their labor, making them mere cogs in a machine.
The U.S. is one of the few developed nations where this basic right is still privatized
What is healthcare?
This literary character from Les Misérables is imprisoned for stealing bread to feed his family.
Who is Jean Valjean?
In September 2024, Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on federal charges, including bribery and fraud, related to accepting benefits from officials of this country.
What is Turkey?
This former Illinois governor was impeached and removed from office in 2009 for attempting to sell President Obama's vacated Senate seat.
Who is Rod Blagojevich?
This modern billionaire has been criticized for union-busting, despite claiming to support free speech.
Who is Elon Musk?
This term describes when hospitals charge wildly different amounts for the same treatment, depending on the patient’s insurance
What is price gouging?
This environmental activist was assassinated for exposing illegal logging in the Amazon.
Who is Chico Mendes?
In February 2025, the Department of Justice under President Trump instructed federal prosecutors to drop charges against Adams, citing concerns about this.
What is interference with his ability to govern?
Who pardoned Rod Blagojevich?
Yeah...
This term describes when a company falsely claims to be ethical for marketing purposes
What is virtue signaling?
This major pharmaceutical company was responsible for aggressively marketing opioids, leading to a deadly crisis.
What is Purdue Pharma?
This supermarket chain, known for its fair wages and employee benefits, has often faced criticism from Wall Street investors for not maximizing shareholder profits.
What is Costco?
This U.S. Attorney resigned after refusing to dismiss the charges against Adams, alleging improper considerations influenced the decision.
Who is Danielle Sassoon?
In 2025, this New York City mayor appeared on live television with President Trump's border czar, leading to allegations of a quid pro quo arrangement to avoid prosecution.
Who is Eric Adams?
This controversial 20th-century novelist argued that selfishness is a moral good and capitalism is the only ethical system.
Who is Ayn Rand?
In this decade, U.S. healthcare spending surpassed $4 trillion
What is the 2020s?
This concept describes when doing the right thing causes suffering or loss, a common theme in Greek tragedies.
What is the tragic hero’s dilemma?
In 2016, this Middle Eastern country allegedly funneled $10 million into Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, a claim that was later investigated and reportedly suppressed by Attorney General William Barr
What is Egypt?
In 2024, this European country's prime minister was convicted of bribery and fraud but remained in office, citing immunity laws.
What is Hungary?
In 2023, this retail giant was found to be locking up everyday necessities like baby formula and deodorant in low-income neighborhoods while keeping them easily accessible in wealthier areas.
What is Walmart?
This country has a single-payer healthcare system where everyone is covered, yet spends less per capita than the U.S
What is Canada?
In 2021, this vehicle manufacturer was fined $137 million after a jury found it guilty of tolerating a racially hostile work environment, despite its public image of innovation and progressivism.
What is Tesla?
This movie star was named in the Panama Papers for having at least six offshore companies, though no illegal activity was proven
Who is Jackie Chan?
In 2017, President Trump dismissed James Comey, the FBI Director, amid what investigation?
What is Russian interference in the 2016 election.