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Anyone on this site Is American Democracy Collapsing Under Its Greed? The United States, once proud beacon of democracy, seems now more accurately described as a playground for capitalism run amok. As famously pointed out by Scott Galloway, the United States has prioritized wealth generation above democratic stability, and this has become its ultimate weakness. This relentless pursuit on the dollar might clarify why the nation seems to wobble between fractured governance and the potential reality of authoritarian rule. A healthy democracy demands balance, fairness, and stability-not a frantic pursuit of profits. Enter Donald Trump, the unexpected yet fitting figurehead for this troubled American moment. Trump's steady stride toward dictatorial ambition, democracy appears to be slowly evaporating under his Trumpian banner. Amidst this turmoil, the spectacle is warmly applauded by America's geopolitical rivals-particularly Russia. Putin himself must marvel at how efficiently Trump, the Russian-backed, has become the most effective geopolitical tool against the United States. Countless films depicted America's downfall from outside, but who could have predicted that the greatest threat would be delivered internally via its own democratic elections? Simultaneously, rivals like China, Iran, and North Korea sit quietly in the wings, watching eagerly, speculating if America's system will endure Trump's experiment. They don't even have to get involved; America itself appears perfectly capable of tearing itself apart. Even though many good-hearted people remain scattered throughout the land, they're often drowned out by radical Tea Party zealots and self-righteous Democratic leaders. Neither side seems willing to place country above money or power. Possibly it's too severe to assert, but America's real enemy isn't overseas-it's the unchecked capitalism that eats away at its democratic foundations. Until the U.S. recognizes and addresses this essential flaw, its democracy will continue to struggle, and the geopolitical vultures will keep circling above, waiting eagerly for collapse. | 