When we were in Athens, I still believed that the United States was a democracy. However, as I write this now, I’m not so sure we are anymore. Back then, I could never have imagined America transforming into an oligarchy, theocracy, plutocracy, fascism, authoritarianism, corporatocracy, techno-feudalism, or any other undemocratic regime. Sadly, I now see allContinue reading “Democracy Thoughts”
Category Archives: american politics
Political Stuff 5
As much as I root for an American Revolution, I don’t think it’s going to happen, and Shahid Bolsen does a good job explaining why: In short, Americans lack imagination. To quote Shahid Bolsen: “America’s entire society is engineered for distraction. People who can’t think for themselves…are never going to revolt.” This video is worthContinue reading “Political Stuff 5”
Political Stuff 3
Shit’s getting a little dystopian around here, and no one seems to really care. No one I know is discussing one of Trump’s recent executive orders instructing the Justice Department to investigate Chris Krebs and Miles Taylor. These two public servants committed no crime other than speaking the truth. Trump isn’t just abusing his office;Continue reading “Political Stuff 3”
Political Stuff
I just finished listening to this podcast with Thomas Zimmer and can’t recommend it enough (start at 37:00). The video was posted Feb 17, 2025, but I didn’t come across it until yesterday. It was interesting to hear some of his predictions that soon passed (I’m looking at you Chuck Schumer.) I highly recommend readersContinue reading “Political Stuff”
Krista Marson 