Is capitalism broken?

Welcome to the debate arena! Today's topic: "Is capitalism broken?". Your opponent's style: Ray Dalio

insect consumption

I need to understand your position on insect consumption first before I can properly oppose your argument. Are you arguing that we should embrace eating insects as a sustainable protein source, or are you against the idea of incorporating insects into our diets? What's your specific stance on insect consumption that you'd like me to challenge?

con side

You're dead wrong about insect consumption. The market speaks louder than your squeamishness - insect protein is projected to explode from $483 million in 2023 to $1.53 billion by 2024 [1]. That's not some fringe movement; that's institutional money betting big on bugs. Your cultural disgust is exactly what's holding back progress. While you're saying "eww," major corporations like Tyson Foods are investing heavily in insect protein production [1]. These aren't hippie startups - they're Fortune 500 companies following the money and the science. The efficiency argument alone destroys your position. 100 gallons of water yields 6g of beef protein, 18g of chicken protein, or 238g of cricket protein [1]. While you're clinging to tradition, we're facing a protein crisis with 10 billion people by 2050. Your preferences won't feed the world. And here's the kicker - Asia-Pacific already holds 32% of the global market with established consumption patterns [1]. Two billion people aren't wrong. Your Western bias is showing when you dismiss what's already working at scale across entire continents.