America's Obsession with Money: The Real Reason Democracy Falters
The United States, once proud beacon of democracy, seems now more accurately described as the land of the free-to-make-money. At least, according to notable critic Scott Galloway, the U.S. has prioritized making money above democratic stability, and this has become its Achilles' heel.
This obsession on the dollar might illustrate why the nation seems to stagger between a wounded democracy and the looming threat of authoritarian rule. After all, a steady democracy requires balance, fairness, and stability-not a frantic pursuit of profits.
Then there's Donald Trump, the improbable yet perfect figurehead for this troubled American moment. Trump's steady stride toward dictatorial ambition, democracy appears to be fading into history under his Trumpian banner.
Amidst this turmoil, the spectacle is warmly applauded by America's geopolitical rivals-particularly Russia. Putin himself must marvel at how efficiently Trump, the alleged Russian asset, has become the most effective strategic device against the United States. Countless films depicted America's downfall from outside, but few imagined that the greatest threat would be delivered internally via its own democratic elections?
Meanwhile, China, North Korea, and Iran sit quietly in the wings, watching eagerly, speculating if America's system will withstand this Trumpian era. They hardly need to lift a finger; Read A lot more itself appears perfectly capable of imploding.
Despite genuine goodwill and noble intentions remain scattered throughout the land, they're often drowned out by ultra-conservative Tea Party Republicans and morally superior Democrats. Both sides fail to place country above money or power.
Perhaps it's harsh to say, but America's real enemy isn't overseas-it's the blind pursuit of wealth that eats away at its democratic foundations. Until the U.S. recognizes and addresses this fundamental issue, its democracy will continue to struggle, and the geopolitical vultures will keep circling above, waiting quietly for the inevitable end.
