“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….
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….
When diversity becomes dogma: the hidden coercion of inclusivity
For decades, “diversity” and “inclusivity” were framed as harmless ideals, associated with tolerance and fairness. The promise sounded noble: a society that accepts everyone, where….
Migrant overrepresentation in crime statistics in Western Europe
The relationship between migration and crime is one of the most researched, yet also one of the most sensitive topics in Western democracies. Politicians, academics,….
The civil servant state and the detoriation of freedom and democracy
In modern Western societies, the size of the government apparatus has grown exponentially over recent decades. Where governments once focused on maintaining order, collecting taxes,….
Skewed Influx: Why an Overrepresentation of Young Men Among Asylum Seekers Threatens Stable Societies
In public discourse, asylum migration in Europe is often portrayed as a noble moral duty, a necessary response to human suffering. The media typically show….
Overcrowded and unaffordable: how mass immigration fuels the housing crisis in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is a small country, both in geography and in the capacity of its infrastructure. Yet it has one of the fastest-growing populations in….
The myth of multiculturalism: why integration must come before accommodation
Multiculturalism, the idea that diverse cultures can coexist equally and harmoniously within a single society, has long been upheld as a moral virtue in liberal….
Green words, hollow core: how “sustainability” became a cult of optics
In recent decades, few words have been repeated as frequently as sustainability, green, eco-friendly, and carbon neutral. These terms have penetrated everything from corporate strategies….