THE ECONOMIC CRISIS
& LEFT RESPONSES
Sat. Nov. 6, 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Pace University, lower Manhattan.
Confirmed speakers:
Brendan Cooney, Walter Daum, Barry Finger,
David Harvey, Mac Intosh, Anne Jaclard, Andrew Kliman,
Paul Mattick, Fred Moseley, and Richard Wolff
Chances of a double-dip recession in the U.S. are increasing. The threat of government-debt defaults in Europe also indicates that the economic crisis of 2007-08 continues to have consequences. The U.S. government’s efforts to prevent another Great Depression have left it saddled with a serious debt problem that could impede efforts to stabilize the economy for a long time to come. The future is especially uncertain, and “the new normal” may prove to be very difficult, economically and politically.
For the Left to be prepared for what may happen and prepared to respond effectively, activity and organization will not be enough. We also need the organization of thought–and that is why we have convened this conference. In order to work out a viable response, one that doesn’t merely react to and support the least-bad proposals offered by policymakers and mainstream thinkers, we need a clear and deep understanding of what has gone wrong with capitalism, and of the limits and pitfalls of proposed reforms. And we cannot take for granted that more progressive policies would in fact bring capitalism out of the crisis and restore jobs, economic growth, and stability. Wide-ranging dialogue on these topics is needed, not only so that all views can be heard but, above all, so that we can test different ideas in debate and work out answers to the questions we face.
SPONSORS
Pace University’s Center for Community Action & Research and Economics Department (Pace-Pleasantville campus), the Committee for a Conference on the Economic Crisis, Marxist-Humanist Initiative, League for the Revolutionary Party, Internationalist Perspective, and The New SPACE.
PRE-REGISTRATION
Pre-registration is required due to limited seating. To register, please go to the Crisis Conference page of MHI’s website
The registration fee is $20; $10 for students and low income individuals. The conference is free for Pace University students, faculty, and staff with valid ID. Registrants must check in by 9:15 a.m. The conference will start promptly at 9:30 am in the Multipurpose Room at 1 Pace Plaza. Enter on Spruce Street (the south side of the main building).
DIRECTIONS TO THE CONFERENCE
http://web.pace.edu/page.cfm?doc_id=16157
CONFERENCE WEBSITE
http://econcrisisconference.wordpress.com
Kapitalism101 
Top billing! Nice!!
Manhattan is quite a ways outside of my orbit, but I look forward to your excerpts of this on the ubiquitous video web site.
“Top billing! Nice!!” well- alphabetical billing.
I’d go if I could afford the airfare! Looking forward to the videos though.
I’ve been following Richard Wolff’s work for several years now; David Harvey is absolutely brilliant; and you’ve taught me so much about Marxian theory, Brendan. I really wish that I could attend this lecture, but unfortunately I live much too far away (Florida). I certainly hope everything is recorded and posted online at some point.
Thanks again for all of your hard work and good luck at the event!