There are not many of us left who think that neo-liberalism does more damage than an invasion of locusts. An economic system that bases its formula exclusively on profit and income cannot be applied by a state, because very often profit does not coincide with public interest.
The Keynesian system, which compensates income and public service to citizens, still seems to us (with some adjustments due to new realities) to be the best economic management system of any self-respecting state. This is not the view of our rulers, who are “selling off” ITA Airways to Lufthansa which could, in the short term, become a 100% shareholder.
Again, we think this is a bad move. Lufthansa, as it should, will only use ITA Airways on profitable routes, dropping those that are of public service, such as those to Sardinia and other destinations. The state is not a business. It should not aim for profit, but for the good of its citizens and of income. But the neo-liberals have no intention of changing their minds. They have their hands on the prize and they are not letting go. The title is deliberately in German.
Giuseppe Aloe
Editor in Chief
