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The capitalism tribunal

At the 'Capitalism Tribunal' in Vienna, citizens from across the world are invited to prosecute or defend capitalism. The charges are then transferred from the digital sphere to physical space, in a real trial.

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The capitalism tribunal. Photo provided by author.On the aftermath of the leaks related to the Panama Papers and the secretive TTIP negotiations, an important dialogue is maturing in Europe, with respect to the past, the present and the future economy.

Many voices are now openly challenge the Union’s neoliberal model, as they witness capitalism’s great unkept promise to make life better for everyone. The current political dynamic is fuelled by a sense that activities stemming of the current mainstream economic system, pose a direct threat to the survival of our and other species.

The Capitalism Tribunal, that takes place in Vienna these days, is yet another sample of this dialogue, looking for answers to the critique against the system. It is a virtual, though fair and open tribunal, based on 250 charges submitted online since 1 May, 2015.