When citizens fear their government instead of embracing it, the effects on a country can be dramatic—sometimes subtle, sometimes explosive. Political scientists, historians, and psychologists have studied this across many societies. Here’s a clear, structured explanation. WHEN CITIZENS FEAR AN ADMINISTRATION Fear can create instability, mistrust, and social fragmentation. Here are the typical outcomes: 1. Read More…
It’s somewhat complicated — there haven’t always been straightforward “laws” repealed or “holidays” abolished — but under Donald J. Trump’s most recent term (2025– ), a number of reforms and institutional supports for minority or cultural-heritage recognition have been significantly scaled back, suspended, or restructured. Below is a breakdown of major changes affecting holidays, commemorations, Read More…
By Divine Flow | Global Analysis Feature | November 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. — On the marble steps of democracy, beneath the waving flags of freedom, an ancient game continues to unfold. It is not a contest of ideas or vision, but of control—a game played by those who have mastered the dark arts of deception, Read More…
By Divine Flow | Global Analysis Feature WASHINGTON, D.C. — On the marble steps of democracy, beneath the waving flags of freedom, an ancient game continues to unfold. It is not a contest of ideas or vision, but of control—a game played by those who have mastered the dark arts of deception, manipulation, and power. Read More…
A few days ago I called Oleksandr Abakumov, a senior detective at the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine. I wanted to ask him about his investigation into a kickback scheme in his country’s energy industry. While we were talking, I got interested in Abakumov himself. As he was explaining his motivations, I was struck by Read More…
BySara Dorn, President Donald Trump signed a bill Wednesday to release the federal government’s Jeffrey Epstein files—an about-face for the president after Republicans defied his attempts to keep the files, and possibly more of his own ties to Epstein, hidden from the public. NO MAN IS ABOVE THE LAW: Trump’s History With Jeffrey Epstein: Here’s The Read More…
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