Breaking the Cycle of Political Manipulation and Control

THE CYCLICAL NATURE OF THE PLANETARY POLITICAL LANDSCAPE The cyclical nature of the planetary political landscape follows recurring patterns, shifting between democracy, autocracy, and oligarchy over time because of human tendencies, resource distribution, and the concentration of power. Cyclical Political Shifts Democracy: Power to the PeopleDemocracies thrive when societies seek fairness, representation, and collective decision-making. …

IS AMERICA ALREADY AN OLIGARCHY?

Shifting Alliances: The Path to a Two-Faction World Introduction: A New Global Order?The world is at a crossroads. As geopolitical tensions rise and domestic shifts within powerful nations escalate, it’s becoming clear that we’re moving toward a new global power structure. History teaches us that such periods often bring about the rise of authoritarianism, the …

THE IROQUOIS CONFEDERACY: DEMOCRACY BEFORE DEMOCRACY

The Iroquois Confederacy: Democracy Before Democracy Before the United States declared independence, a sophisticated governance system flourished in North America’s forests. Known as the Iroquois Confederacy, or the Haudenosaunee, this alliance of six nations—the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and later the Tuscarora—crafted a model of unity and democracy that influenced the foundations of American …

Is the Anti-Democracy Movement Reaching a Tipping Point in the US & Around the World?

The real question at the core of the Ukraine conflict, is simple &straightforward: “What’s the best way for humans to govern themselves?” THOM HARTMANN ~ APR 10 Yesterday, Politico published an interview with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy titled “Zelenskyy warns Russia has penetrated U.S. politics, invites Trump to Ukraine.” It’s a chilling read. Democracy is in …

MEIDAS TOUCH

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas examines how normal Republicans, independent voters, and non-affiliated formed a pro-democracy coalition with Democrats and helped deliver for democracy in the midterms. Meiselas shares your stories you shared with us. Three important bills passed the House of Representatives this week without the help of Republicans. By and large, Republicans votes against …