Capitalism: Friend or Foe?

We will be at Pablo Creek Library in Community Room B

About the Group: This is a friendly Socratic Café where we explore big ideas through open conversation. No philosophy background is needed, just curiosity, respect, and a willingness to share and listen.

Topic 1: Has Capitalism Hurt Us?

a. In what ways has capitalism hurt people or communities?

b. Do its flaws come from the system itself, or from how we use it?

Topic 2: Has Capitalism Helped Us?

a. How has Capitalism improved daily life, opportunity, or innovation?

b. What good has come from capitalism—for individuals or society?

Topic 3: Should we improve Our System?

a. Can capitalism be fixed, or does it need to be replaced?

b. What fixes need to be made to our current implementation of capitalism, if any?

Topic 4: The Future Beyond Capitalism

a. As the foundation of textbook capitalism continues to erode, what could our economic future look like?

b. What would a fair and meaningful economy look like in the future?