In the mythology generated by capitalism to pacify the masses, the myth of intellectual property stands out.
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They distort trade figures, smuggle goods across ill-guarded borders, ignore international treaties and conventions and, in short, revive moribund economies.
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Intuition is supposed to be a form of direct access. Yet, direct access to what?
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