Occupy, Resist, Produce: Worker Cooperatives in Argentina
by Benjamin Dangl 3/6/05 During the economic crisis of 2001, when politicians and banks failed, many Argentines took matters into their own hands. Poverty, homelessness and unemployment were countered with barter systems and grassroots, micro-credit lending programs. Community groups were created to provide solidarity, food and support in neighborhoods across the country. Perhaps the most…