Globalisation is a very contentious subject and has invited strong criticism all over the globe. Critics of globalisation make a variety of arguments. Those on the left argue that contemporary globalisation represents a particular phase of global capitalism that makes the rich richer (and fewer) and the poor poorer. The weakening of the state leads to a reduction in the capacity of the state to protect the interest of its poor. |
They fear without protectionism the economy will be doomed. They are worried that traditional culture will be harmed and people will lose their age-old values and ways. They are worried that the state will not perform the welfare functions. All of the above. |
They are worried that traditional culture will be harmed and people will lose their age-old values and ways. |
Critics of globalisation from the political right express anxiety over the political, economic, and cultural effects. Culturally, they are worried that traditional culture will be harmed and people will lose their age-old values and ways. |