Mark Rutte: the lying Dutchman
Mark Rutte has long been described as the man who could “smile through a scandal.” The longest-serving prime minister in Dutch history built his reputation….
The New York elections: how modern democracies quietly manipulate the ballot box
The recent New York City elections have drawn attention not merely for their local outcomes but for what they reveal about the deeper decline in….
The misuse of “fascism”: how a word lost its meaning and became a political weapon
Few words in modern political language have been as abused, distorted, and drained of meaning as “fascism.” Once referring to a very specific authoritarian ideology….
“Fake news,” “propaganda,” and “misinformation”: the hollow cries of powerlessness
In recent years, public discourse has undergone a fundamental shift. Where people once clashed over ideas, they now clash over labels….
The illusion of independence: how post-Brexit Britain thrived economically yet remains under global control
When the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union in 2016, it was widely portrayed as an act of national self-destruction. Economists, politicians, and….
The paradox of progressivism: how global equality movements undermine women’s rights
Progressive politics has long claimed to be the vanguard of women’s liberation. It speaks of equality, inclusivity, and freedom of identity as the hallmarks of….
Universities as political factories: ideology and indoctrination in modern academia
Universities once presented themselves as sanctuaries of free thought, where debate flourished and diverse perspectives were encouraged. Over the last half-century, however, their mission has….
Christine Lagarde: convicted of corruption, left unscathed at the top
Christine Lagarde is often presented as a symbol of female power in the financial world. Yet her career tells a different story, one in which….
The illusion of inheritance tax: why it serves only the state and the ultra-rich
Inheritance tax is presented as a tool for fairness. Politicians claim it prevents dynasties of wealth, ensures everyone contributes, and promotes equality….
Gaza and the world: why some conflicts receive all the attention while others are forgotten
The modern world is flooded with images, numbers, and narratives of conflict. Yet what stands out is how selective global attention truly is….
The global myth of democracy: why no state truly deserves the label
No political concept carries more weight in the modern world than democracy. Nearly every government claims it, regardless of how power is actually organized….
Why government employees should not have the right to vote
Government employees play a central role in maintaining the structure, stability, and functioning of the state. They implement policy, enforce laws, manage budgets, regulate industries, ….