Donald Trump is president againābut he’s not the one really running the country. That job belongs to billionaires, lobbyists, multinational corporations, and unelected bureaucrats who manipulate policy behind closed doors. We live in a managed democracy, where public-facing leaders like Trump are figureheads for deeper systems of profit and control. Big Oil, Big Pharma, andContinue reading “Who Really Runs the Country? Spoiler: Itās Not the President”
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Can Progressives Save DemocracyāOr Is It Already Gone?
With democratic institutions under strain, progressives are mobilizing to protect voting rights and uphold democratic norms. Grassroots organizing and policy advocacy are critical in countering authoritarian tendencies and preserving democratic governance.
How Billionaires Bought the 2024 Election and What It Cost Us
The 2024 election saw unprecedented spending by billionaires, influencing outcomes and policy directions. The influx of dark money, enabled by Citizens United, has raised concerns about the integrity of democratic processes and the disproportionate influence of the wealthy elite on governance.
The Supreme Courtās Shadow Docket and the Erosion of Democracy
The Supreme Court’s use of the “shadow docket”ādecisions made without full briefing or oral argumentāhas increased, often benefiting conservative interests. This lack of transparency undermines public trust and allows significant legal changes without proper scrutiny. The trend raises alarms about the Court’s role in eroding democratic norms.