What the American Aristocracy Has Wrought
Over the centuries, the world has always been governed by self-serving aristocracies — rich, privileged rulers whose edicts wear down their populaces. Truly democratic elections are not common, because that would impede the aristocracy's ability to rule as they please.
What used to be special about America is that it was set up to be governed by a citizen leadership — a government "of the people, by the people and for the people," as Lincoln summarized it in his Gettysburg Address. For over 200 years, our nation has mostly succeeded in maintaining fair elections and holding back one-party rule. But in recent times, a veil has been lifted to show us the reality of our subjugation.
