Happy No Kings Day
“If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.” ― George Orwell
“One of the keys to the survival of free institutions is the relationship between private and public life, the way citizens do, or do not, participate in the public sphere.”
—Robert N. Bellah
Up to 5 million people across America today participated in "No Kings Day" protests. A remarkable show of strength, with multiples more participating behind the scenes.
They say real change only requires 3.5% of the population to rise up. Still, many are unaware of the risks to freedom. This is why I write.
Observing the political winds, I started writing about fascism in 2023. Below are 5 of my favorite articles:
Life in a Dictatorship
Half the developed world is walking blithely towards authoritarianism. Seeking change, citizens are voting against their best interests and allowing iconic democratic institutions to corrode.
Why Are Americans Embracing Fascism?
To understand why people are embracing fascism in America, one must understand why certain groups are receptive to fascist ideals.
Peak Oil. Food. Fascism. Collapse.
The world is approaching a critical juncture where declining oil production, increasing geopolitical tensions, rising authoritarianism, and the accelerating climate crisis converge into a perfect storm.
