The hottest Power struggles Substack posts right now

Coup plots often fail due to the challenges of secrecy and coup-proofing strategies implemented by dictators.
The Bandwagon Effect is crucial for a successful coup, as support grows when the plot looks likely to succeed.
After a failed coup plot, dictators may resort to purging enemies and escalating violence to maintain power.

The story 'Gigaheroes' is set in a post-apocalyptic America with a focus on politics, superpowers, and the struggles of regular people.
Being a superhero in the 22nd century involves being a civil servant, complying with strict rules, and facing consequences for going against the system.
The protagonist showcases a mix of reluctance, inner turmoil, and complexities in navigating the expectations and pressures of being a superhero.

Investments should have higher returns than the initial investment.
Strategic deception in business can be used to secure markets.
Large scale deception operations could be indicating potential large scale military offensives.

Volodymyr Zelensky is calling on NATO to launch pre-emptive nuclear strikes against Russia, which could lead to a full-scale thermonuclear war.
There are concerns about the dangerous implications of NATO's continued funding and supplying of the Ukrainian war effort in the current global geopolitical climate.
The political scenario involving Zelensky and NATO reflects underlying power struggles and risks involving nuclear war, necessitating a reevaluation of international political leadership.

Great stories need an arc with struggle and a simple, compelling theme to resonate with all humans.
Themes of tragedy and hope are essential elements in great stories that connect with human experiences.
Analogies drawn between figures like Donald Trump and Jay Gatsby demonstrate the narrative parallels between their rises, falls, and interactions with society.

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