The Shock Doctrine (Naomi Klein)

"The Shock Doctrine" by Naomi Klein explores how governments and corporations sometimes exploit crises—such as wars, natural disasters, or economic collapses—to implement controversial policies that might otherwise face resistance. The idea is that during times of upheaval, people's usual reactions are numbed or disoriented, making them more receptive to rapid, often harmful changes. Klein argues this strategy is used to push through deregulation, privatization, and austerity measures, ultimately benefiting powerful interests at the expense of the general population. The book examines historical examples to demonstrate how shock is manipulated to reshape societies according to specific economic and political agendas.