Clearly certain aspects of USA version 1 are no longer operative. How far along the path of decline are we? Are we headed for reform, collapse or revolution?
Category: Misc
Left vs. Right: an alternative view
We tend to talk about politics/government in terms of left vs. right. What does that mean? Is there another way of talking about it that makes things clearer?
Energy prices
A discussion of the relationship between energy prices and economics. Specifically, their role in economic growth and their relationship to “Big Oil”
Contempt of/for the Rulers
One disturbing feature of civic life in 21st century USA is the mutual contempt between the ruling class and the working class
Victimhood culture
An introduction to, and brief exploration of, the notion of “victimhood culture” as a successor to honor culture and dignity culture.
Economics – Debt and Deficit
General economic advice, largely opposition and alternatives to deficit spending and high levels of debt (compared to GDP)