Good Intentions

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The book explores how seemingly benevolent actions contribute to modern imperialism, revealing the complex dynamics between those in power and those they seek to "help." It critiques various practices, such as voluntourism and the manipulation of social movements, that reinforce a hierarchy of saviors and victims. Contributors analyze the societal impact of these actions, including the glorification of military figures and the displacement of communities for corporate gain, highlighting the pervasive influence of neoliberalism on global and local scales.