The new social question is: democracy or the rule of the financial markets. We are currently witnessing the end of an era. The neoliberal ideology has failed worldwide. The U.S. movement Occupy Wall Street is a good example of this.
Interpretation
The quote critiques the dominance of financial markets over democratic values, highlighting a shift in societal priorities.
Sigmar Gabriel's quote addresses the tension between democracy and financial markets, arguing that the neoliberal ideology, which prioritizes market freedom and deregulation, has failed globally. He points to movements such as Occupy Wall Street as manifestations of public discontent against the financial system that undermines democratic principles, suggesting a need for a reevaluation of societal values to prioritize democratic governance over the interests of financial markets.
In practice
During a political debate, you might use this quote to discuss the challenges facing modern democracies.
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