Summary: Trump appoints an all-plutocrat “Strategic and Policy Forum”. No need to guess what comes next. Congratulate Trump for running as a populist, the most effective political con in US history. It is the inevitable next step as our elites explore and exploit our gullibility. This can inspire us to push for reform of American …
Trump assembles a Strategic and Policy Forum to better hear the 1% Read More »
Summary: Here’s one of the best essays I’ve seen about the deeper causes of Brexit, beyond Britain’s elites blaming the ignorance racist proles (which conveniently excuses them of any responsibility). Professor Mark Blyth shines a light on the real forces at work, and shows how the US has similar problems. Brexit and Trump are the …
Professor Mark Blyth explains the real roots of Brexit & Trump Read More »
Summary: The enemies of America’s democracy have stepped into the light. Yesterday we remembered the sacrifice of those who fell defending America. Today let’s see how we betray them through our apathy and disinterest in working the political machinery of the Republic, putting it at risk. Here are harsh facts essential for us to see. …
On the day after Memorial Day celebrate Plutocracy Now! Read More »
Summary: My post A guaranteed minimum income: faux solution for the new industrial revolution sparked discussions in the comments and on Twitter, with some powerful insights and incisive questions. Here are answers to a few of the questions raised. A guaranteed minimum income (GMI) is a powerful tool for fighting poverty. As such it has …
Why a guaranteed minimum income won’t protect us from the automation wave Read More »
To cut through the analytical fog covering our Presidential elections, here is the transcript of a private meeting held in Washington in which a member of the 1% explains the cold realities of our political system. What is the government of this country? Remarks to a to senior Senator by Andrew Undershaft CEO of …
The great Andrew Undershaft explains US politics Read More »
