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The modern Western societies are controlled by a small group of ultra-wealthy individuals, who prioritize profit above all else, shaping politics and economies to serve their interests.
The Western arms industry has significantly decreased since the Cold War, relying on outsourcing and prioritizing profits over large-scale production, hindering the ability to ramp up arms production in times of need.
Building up a new arms industry would challenge the current profit-focused system, potentially requiring state-owned enterprises and a shift away from prioritizing profit, which goes against the current status quo.

Explaining America's dysfunction without resorting to conspiracy theories is important.
Looking at theories involving human behavior can help in assessing their credibility.
It's crucial to consider if a theory incorporates human nature when evaluating its validity.

Geopolitical conflicts, like the Russia-Ukraine War, are often oversimplified as 'Good Guys vs. Bad Guys,' but understanding the complexities behind these conflicts is crucial to preventing future tragedies.
The implementation of Shock Capitalism in Russia post-Soviet Union led to a catastrophic economic collapse, increased income inequality, and the rise of an oligarchy, setting the stage for social unrest and Putin's consolidation of power.
Nationalism, particularly in Russia, has been used by leaders like Putin to distract from domestic issues, justify military action, and boost popularity, highlighting the dangerous impact of nationalism when fueled by political agendas.

Guatemala's right-wing government banned Indigenous leader Thelma Cabrera and her leftist Movement for the Liberation of the Peoples (MLP) party from participating in the presidential election, leading to international condemnation as an 'electoral coup.'
The MLP, led by Thelma Cabrera, aims to represent Indigenous communities and fight against poverty, neoliberalism, and for the establishment of a plurinational state, gaining significant popularity in Guatemala.
The ban on leftists like Thelma Cabrera and Jordán Rodas by the Guatemalan electoral authority contrasts with the acceptance of candidates with questionable backgrounds, leading to protests, accusations of authoritarianism, and a battle between the oligarchy and the people.

The US ambassador in Peru, a former CIA agent, met with the defense minister one day before the country's left-wing president was overthrown in a coup.
The coup in Peru led to widespread protests, with the US government supporting the unelected regime that deployed military to crush demonstrations.
The situation in Peru highlights the complex interactions between international politics, government institutions, and democratic processes.

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Too much power and money in too few hands is dangerous.
The presence of too many yachts symbolizes increasing poverty.
The privatization of government and wars by the wealthy elite poses significant societal risks.

There is a conflict in Israel between oligarchy and democracy.
The civil war in Israel reflects a struggle between a local rebellion and a world empire.
There are significant differences between different groups in Israel, making peaceful coexistence unlikely unless one group submits to the other.