Politics and Capitalism should not become entangled.

Politics and Capitalism should not become 'entangled'. 'Each' 'needs' each Other but they can function independent of each other. That is possible so long as each keeps its ultimate 'Purpose' in Mind. But, it also needs to modify its structure 'a little'. The ultimate purpose of Politics is to Govern; whereas the ultimate purpose of Capitalism is to produce 'more and more of the same', or stated differently, to 'generate Profits'. A business Corporation cannot exist if it doesn't make a Profit. Its Size and existence is dependent on its 'Profits'. In that respect, its success is purely 'financial in nature'. A Political Entity, becomes fixed when its 'Created'. Its created as, either a 'Democracy' or an 'Autocracy', or a 'variation' of the Two. The Political Principles that Govern a Democracy are always the Same. They do not change although they can improve the function of its Political principles by becoming more 'inclusive', whereas, Capitalism, being motored by the amount of 'Monies' it generates, can grow 'Larger', by becoming more 'efficient' as a producer of 'more and more of the Same', Profits. But, a Democracy can improve its 'efficiency', or 'Governance' by including 'more People' within its 'Democratic Fold'. In other words, if the case is that it discriminates on certain Individuals, or Races, or Economic Groups, or Religious Groups, it must 'desist' and include them within its implementation of 'Equality and Freedom'. It does not become more 'Democratic'; its already Democratic, but it must become more 'inclusive'. Whereas a Corporate or Capitalistic 'Entity' becomes 'Larger' and 'Larger' by making more 'Profits'. 'Size' is important to a Capitalistic entity; that makes it more 'successful'. A Democratic Government never changes; you either 'have it' or 'you don't'. A Democracy improves its 'status' by 'correcting' its 'already existing Political Nature', by Governing more 'Inclusively'. The 'Natures' of the two entities is very different. A Corporate Society can exist within a Democratic Nation, but it should structure some of its 'practices' and Departments to allow it to 'function', a little more, as a 'Democracy'. The present structure of Corporate existence is solely to 'generate' Profits and that 'contributes' to the pursuit of 'Greed'. Business Corporations are Greed machines. But, they can change and become more 'Democratic' by using its Profits to create 'in house' Departments that 'help' the 'Democratic process'.

Its very important to 'See' and 'Understand' the difference between a 'Political Entity' and an 'Economic Entity'.

Its very important to 'See' the difference between a 'Political Entity' and a 'Business Economic Entity'. A Political Entity has 'Power'-a Power to Govern- an Economic Entity is a Corporation that has 'major influence' in the Social, but not Power. Its influence comes from its ability to create Profits; huge Profits. Its driven by Profits; it has its 'Being' in the 'Profits and Size' it generates. it has no other Reasons for existing. It can be Voluntarily Dissolved by the Individuals who Incorporated or Involuntarily Dissolved -if it violates law- by the Political Entity that allows it to be 'created' and to 'flourish in the Social'. Government allows Corporations to be created. But, a Corporation must keep its 'place' and 'function' in the 'Social'. It cannot 'compete' with Democratic Government because Government is 'Of', 'By', and 'For' the 'People', not for the 'Legal Fictions'. Of course, the 'problematic' is Money. The 1% have taken control of the Government and its Agencies. Hence, the Government functions with CEO's and Economic principles. A CEO is not interested in 'Governing'. He is interested in 'making' and 'manipulating' Money. Hence his focus is on Economic Principles and those who benefit from the Economy are all 'supportive'; especially the Big Business Corporations. The Top of 'Democratic Government' has been taken over by the 'Economy', the '1%', and 'those' who 'temporarily' benefit from new 'Monetary Schemes'. Today, we are no different from a Nation that is in the 'Throes' of 'Revolution'. But, listen carefully, the revolution is 'economic' in nature. The 'Legal Fictions' 'took over' the Nation; the legal Fictions' 'Tax Liability' was reduced so that the 1% could get 'Fatter'; Government has become a 'Business' and those in 'Office' are the 'beneficiaries'. The Individuals in Office 'argue' and 'fight' like 'school children' in a 'Play Yard'. ( Forgive me Children) People, or, Corporations with Lots of Money are 'Right' and the 'Poor and Needy' are 'Lazy' or 'Wrong'. 'Government' and the 'Social' has never been at such a 'Low Level'. Where are the real Politicians? Maybe, a 'much oppressed Group', 'Women', can provide some 'Real Leadership'.

Yes, Democracy can exist in a Corporate Society.

Yes, Democracy can exist in a Corporate Society, but the 'nature' or 'purpose' for Incorporation must be 'modified'. The Business Corporation is a tremendous 'Engine' for generating 'profits'. That's the 'sole purpose' for the 'Business Corporate Structure'. But, its corporate nature is not 'intended' to be a 'Competitor' with the 'Democratic Political Entity'. A Corporation cannot Govern and its purpose for existing in the Economy is not for the purpose of 'Governing'; only the 'State', the 'Nation', a 'Political Entity' can 'Govern', and in a Democracy, it must Govern with Democratic Principles. The 'Motor' of the Corporate Nature or the 'Legal Fiction' cannot be changed or modified. But, the 'utility' and 'organization' of its 'own structure' and some of the 'end results', (Profits), of the Corporate Nature can be re-directed to it's own Structure and hence, make its own Corporate Structure more democratic. Examples; all Business Corporations can establish Departments to do 'medical research', help eliminate 'medical Illnesses'; poverty; it can 'help' the 'stability' of the 'Social' in which it exists and it can help with reference to 'jobs', 'work', and other 'functions' of 'Democracy'; it can help make the Social more 'self-functioning'. Remember, the Political Entity is required to 'enhance' and 'structure' the 'Freedom and Equality' of its 'Real Members' in the Social; that's its 'function' and the Corporation must 'continue' making Profits 'for the Economy'. But, every 'Business Corporate Structure should be modified by creating 'Departments' and 'Sections' within the Business Corporation itself, whose functions are to 'help' and 'contribute' to the 'Democratic Social' in which it exists. After all, it does not have that Freedom in an Autocratic Government. Hence, the Corporate Structure can enhance the strength of the Democratic Social by contributing to its 'stability' and help to 'stabilize' the 'Freedom and Equality' of all 'Real' Human Beings in the 'Democratic Social'. Hence it can still make 'more and more' Profits and at the same time participate in the democratic function of 'contributing to the 'Freedom and Equality' of all Real Individuals'. In other words, it 'cannot Govern'; 'Business Principles' can never Govern, but it can contribute to Government by helping a 'Democratic Social' to be more 'viable'. Why should 'Business Corporations' only create a 'Greedy accumulation' and never help the 'Social' within which they exist?

Can Democracy exist in a Capitalistic Corporate Society?

Can a viable Democracy exist in a Capitalistic Corporate Society? Sounds like an Oxymoron, yet both a Democracy and a Corporate economy exist within a Social. The Social is constituted by both Real Individuals and Legal Fictions to wit; the 'Business Corporation'. Of course, everyone knows that Corporations are not 'Real Persons' and are protected by the 'Constitution'. The Constitution also 'protects' the Real Individual, but the Real Individual is 'born' in Freedom and Equality and that Freedom and Equality must be protected by the Constitution. The Corporation is not a Natural Entity, its an 'Economic Construction' and it cannot 'function', cannot be 'Motored', with Freedom and Equality. If the Corporate Structure was 'Motored' with Freedom and Equality, it would 'self-destruct'. A Business Corporation must make a 'Profit' and 'Grow Larger' in Size to remain viable. Its a 'Machine' that generates 'Greed'. Nevertheless, the Supreme Court thought it prudent to protect its 'Legal Fiction'. At this point, we must go from there. The Business Corporation is a 'Construction' and it seems possible that it can be constructed to be more Democratic. Why not? Why create an 'Autocratic' Economic Construction in a Democratic Social and protect it with the Constitution? Now, be careful, I'm not saying that the 'entire Construction' should be 'Democratic', but certainly, some of its functions should also serve the 'Democratic Social'. For instance, every Business Corporate Structure should be required to have its own Department where some of its 'own Profits' are used to serve 'Medical Needs' and 'Medical Research'. Why should all Profits just generate 'Greed', 'Size', and 'More and More of the Same' and just make the 1% fatter and fatter? And there are many other areas where a 'Democratic Social' needs 'Help'. And these and 'similar changes' should also be required by 'Law' and by our 'Esteemed Supreme Court'. If the Supreme Court can create an 'economic entity' that 'exists' only 'in Contemplation of Law', it can also create a more 'Democratic Corporate Structure'.

Capitalism( the Business World, Corporate World, Social) functions Great in the Economy; but it cannot 'Govern'.

Capitalism ( the Business World, Corporate Society, the Social), functions great in the Economy but, it cannot 'Govern'. A Corporate Society must have Power, or Control, at the Top, but it 'rules' the Bottom of the 'Legal Fiction' with 'Autocratic' Principles. It does not 'Govern' the Bottom with 'Equality and Freedom'. Its purpose for existing is to have 'Size'; to make Profits, to Grow, 'more and more of the same', and if it should fail, it is 'dismantled' and 'Re-Incorporated'; sometimes under a 'different name'. Of course, a 'Democratic Nation' is not a 'Business Corporation' and it cannot do that. If such a Nation 'dares' to 'try to Govern', it will use 'Autocratic Principles', not 'Democratic Principles' of Equality and Freedom. An 'Economist' or 'CEO' who tries to 'Govern' a 'Democracy' must be 'well-versed' and 'familiar' with 'Democratic Principles' or the 'Nation' will 'Flounder'. Unfortunately, most Individuals in the so-called "1% category" do not seem to have the 'character', 'knowledge', or 'inclination' to 'Govern'; they can try to 'Rule', but Democracy is not about 'being Ruled'. 'Governing' is about 'Service' for a limited Period of Time. 'Ruling' is about Autocratic Principles of Government that endure for as long as the 'Autocrat' 'endures'. There's a big difference between a Democracy and an Autocracy. Democracy 'Governs', Autocracies 'Rule'. In a Democracy 'run' by a 'Business Autocrat' one can begin to 'check the pulse' of the 'Social' and detect elements of 'Control' creeping in. The 'Saving Grace' in such a Democracy is the 'Tenure' of Service. Of course, 'Democracy' is not perfect, but neither is Autocracy. Democracy has Millions of 'Real Individuals' ( not Legal Fictions) at the Bottom who 'yearn' for 'Equality and Freedom' and 'Proper Representation'; Autocracy is 'Pure Power' and has only 'One Real Individual' at the Top who must 'continue Control' of the 'Millions at the Bottom'. Where are the Real Politicians?

The 'Political World', 'Nation-Hood', governs the 'Real People', the 'Social' Institutions, and the Economy.

The 'Political World', 'Nation-Hood', governs the 'Real People', the 'Social', the Institutions, and the Economy situated at the Bottom of 'State-Hood'. Politics Governs all the Real Individuals at the Bottom. The Real Individuals are situated in a 'Condition of Togetherness' at the Bottom of the 'Political World' together with a more 'global Conception', or Abstraction, of the 'Condition' referred to as 'the Social', which includes 'Institutions' of an 'Economic nature' and a 'Religious nature'. The Top, or the 'One', only exists for the purpose of 'Governing the Bottom', or, the 'Many' with all its 'Social Components'. It has no 'Other Purpose' for Existing. The Top can only 'Govern'; it cannot function as an 'Economic Entity', nor a 'Social Entity', nor a 'Religious Entity' and its purpose does not include Social Status, Economic Status, nor Religious Status. The Top only Governs. The 'Many' Real People, or 'Real Individuals', at the Bottom, can achieve a 'Social Status'; an 'Economic Status'; or a 'Religious Status' because they are 'Equal and Free'. It is the Real Individuals who 'create' the Social, the Economic, and the Religious Sphere. In a Democracy, those same Individuals who create the 'Social' etc., are also elected to 'Political Positions' at the Top, for a period of time, and they 'Represent' the People at the Bottom. They only 'Represent' the People at the Bottom and they, as Individuals, do not have Power, only the 'Political Office' or Position they occupy has 'Institutional Power', and only for a short Period of Time. Once their Political Tenure is over, they are as 'politically helpless' as you and I. Every Real Individual in the Social, in Business, in Religious Office, or in the Military who chooses to Run for Political Office, must be 'well versed' in 'Democracy' and 'Politics'. If not, they should not be allowed to 'Run'. A Real Politician 'serves' the People; 'Politics' is about 'Service' and Political Office serves the 'Real People', not the Corporations. Where are the Real Politicians?

The 'Political World' is very different from the 'Business World'.

The Political World is 'very different' from the Business World. The Political World must 'Govern' Political Entities that 'house' many Real Individuals within their Political Jurisdiction. The Business World must create an Economy that produces 'Monies' and 'Incomes' for the survival of all 'Real Individuals' living 'within' a Political Entity. All Business Corporations must create Profits or go Bankrupt. All Business Corporations are recognized by Law as Legal Fictions that only exist "in contemplation of law". They are not 'Real Persons'. Stated differently, the Political World is 'motored' or 'Governed' by Freedom and Equality, while the Business World is solely 'motored' by 'Profits', 'Monies', and 'Size'; and 'never shall the Twain Meet'. The Political World must use 'political principles' to Govern the Bottom of the Entity. In a Democracy, that is Freedom and Equality. In an Autocracy, the 'Top Rules Absolutely'; it does not Govern. The 'Bottom' 'gets' whatever the 'Top' wants to 'give it'. When an Autocratic Leader gives a 'Soccer Ball', as a Gift, to a so-called 'Democratic Leader', I really think its meant as a 'Sucker Ball'. Unfortunately, Politics can be a 'dirty game'. Politics should be one of the most Noble of Disciplines. But, when the Rich, the 1%, takes over the reins of Political Entities, the Rules of Governing changes drastically. The CEO mentality of More and More of the Same, of Profits and Money, takes over the democratic spirit of Freedom and Equality. Democracy goes out the window, and in its place one sees economic changes that reflect the business mentality. Don't get me wrong, Business is a great endeavor but, it never replaces the Freedom and Equality of a Real Democracy. Try running a Corporate Business Entity with Freedom and Equality; it will never work; try running a Democratic Nation with Profits and Monies; that, my friend, is not a Democracy of Freedom and Equality. 'Politics' must regain its 'Political Spirit' and 'Business' must assume its proper function within Society. Stop 'lubricating' the 'Democratic Waters'. The Two 'Worlds' can function together; but they don't 'mix' well.

'Leaders', by whatever 'Name', must know how to 'Govern'; Capitalists must know how to make a Profit.

Political Leaders, by whatever 'Name' must know how to Govern; Capitalists must know how to make a Profit. Being a Leader, whether Democrat, Autocrat, or Plutocrat, requires knowledge, lots of knowledge, of the Political Process. Of course, an Autocrat Governs differently from a Democrat. But, even then, both must be knowledgeable about Governing with Autocratic Principles or Democratic Principles. It is possible to have a 'nice', likable, Autocrat, but highly unlikely. In the same manner, its possible to have a 'Democratic Leader' with 'Autocratic tendencies'. Obviously, that can also be the case. But, in such cases, the so-called Leader has pulled a 'fast one' on the Voters of the Democracy; especially if he tries to Govern with Economic or Business Principles. Business Principles are 'Autocratic' in nature. The Rule of the CEO is basic to an organization designed strictly to make a Profit. My point is that if a Leader purports to Govern a Nation, by whatever form of Government, S/He must have knowledge of Governing. That creates a dilemma in a system where CEO's are allowed to participate in Government. Now, be careful. I'm not suggesting to exclude the Business World from a Democratic Process. What I'm suggesting is to have some criteria or qualifications for anyone wanting to engage themselves in the Government of a Democratic Nation. The first priority is knowledge of the act of Governing. If a Candidate is completely unfamiliar with basic Rules of Governing, S'He should not be allowed to participate in the Political Process. If S/He doesn't know how to Govern, why should either be permitted to 'politic' for an Office that requires Governing? Hey, I know its a Democracy, but a Leader should know what Governing a Democracy is all about. If a Man doesn't know how to drive a Car, why should we allow him/her to drive a Car? Why does he need a Licence? There are some businessmen who are good at making a Profit, but know absolutely nothing about 'Governing'. They should not be allowed to run for a 'Democratic Office' for the sole purpose of transforming the Office into an 'Autocratic Business Institution'. Where are the Real Politicians?

There's a Big distinction between 'Governing' a Governmental Entity and a 'Capitalistic economy'.

There's a Big distinction between 'Governing' a Governmental Entity and a 'Capitalistic economy'. Governing involves an Institution of Government at the Top that governs all the Individuals at the Bottom. The Bottom is always a 'condition of togetherness' of Individuals that constitute the Governed. A Government 'Governs' the Governed. That may sound simplistic, but there is no other purpose for Government! Economic activity or Capitalistic activity is activity 'designed' to make a 'Profit'. It also has no other purpose for existing. Any 'Individual' that does not make a 'Profit' in the 'Social' is in trouble.( I use 'condition of togetherness' instead of 'Social' because an 'Individual' never loses anything by 'living together' in a Group. S/He remains a unique Human Being. Whereas, the word 'Social' is a high level abstraction subject to linguistic manipulation) So, what does one do if the Individuals cannot make a Profit? Oh, simple. Create 'artificial persons', or 'Legal Fictions' called 'Corporations' that become 'Producers' and make the Real Human beings 'Workers' and 'pay them' a 'Wage'. (Do I dare say a 'Living Wage'?) Oh Well...Now, S/He is making Money for 'survival' in a Capitalistic Economy. But, Capitalism does not have a 'guide' to follow as to a 'reasonable amount of Wages' to be paid. It could, but it wont, why? because its sole concern is to make a Profit. But the Government does because it has a duty to 'Govern' the 'Individual' and the 'Economy'. Hence, Laws setting minimum Wages. An Economy cannot Govern, only a Political Entity can Govern the People and the Economy. When a Nation that functions with Economic principles instead of Political Principles and 'enters' the 'International Sphere' of Governments and begins to re-shape the Economy of the International Sphere, it will create chaos on both the International Sphere and the National sphere. Economic Principles cannot Govern Nationally nor Internationally. We need Real Politicians, not Businessmen nor CEOs.

When the 'Peoples' in a Democracy divide into Political Parties, Politics becomes Adversarial.

When the 'Peoples' of a Democracy divide into 'Political Parties', politics becomes 'Adversarial'. But, 'Adversarial' is not the same as "Antagonistic" or 'disruptive'. Since the 'Bottom' in a Democracy involves 'millions', 'adversarial' and 'competitive' Institutions become necessary. That's why we have a Supreme Court, and a Federal Court System in the Nation; also, in the States, and even in the Counties, and the Cities. Adversarial is not 'antagonistic'. An adversarial System should be 'Democratic' and the resolution of 'opposing arguments' should be resolved 'Competitively'. But, the one 'Political Principle' that holds the whole endeavor together is that the entire process has to be democratic. We live in a Democracy; we must function democratically. That's all fine, but the process by which a vacancy, in the Supreme Court, is filled is all but adversarial. The 'moves' in the process of looking for a Justice to fill the vacancy is downright antagonistic and designed to 'pack' the Court and is not designed to seek Justice, balance, or elaborate on 'democratic values'. Instead, the goals and values are Economic in nature and favor Big Corporations and the Plutocrats. The switch is from democratic values to economic values. Government has been infiltrated by the CEO mentality, or Economic Principles instead of Democratic Governing principles of Freedom and Equality. The 'Highest Office' in the Land, mocks, insults, criticizes, 'Adversaries' and even violates the Law of the Land by separating Children from their Families. What happened to Democracy? Well, it seems that it 'flew out the window' once the 'Business Mentality' took over. Business Principles cannot 'Govern'. We need Political Principles of Freedom and Equality and a 'Real Governor'. We need to re-shape our Nation into a Real Political Entity and not a Business Entity. Where are the Real Politicians?

Nations function with Political Principles; a United Nations should also function with Political Principles.

Nations function with Political Principles; a United Nations should also function with Political Principles. Capitalistic Principles are not Political in nature because their function is motored by Profits and Money. A 'United Nations' cannot claim to be a 'Union' based on equal Economies. Hence, economic Principles can never be a Motor for Governing a 'Union' of unequal Economies. Economic Principles function on the basis of Profits and hence cannot be Political in nature. Government by Economy leads to abuse, profiteering, and competition on the 'basis' of 'Profits'. A United Nations must respect the Individuality of each and every Other Nation and the 'Politics' that motors it must be a Politics of Freedom and Equality as a Political Entity. Such a Union cannot be motored by Profits and Economic principles. It must be motored by Political principles of Freedom and the Equality of 'Political Union'. So-called 'Trade Wars', in these 'Technologically Advanced Times' is just a 'catch phrase' for just 'Plain War'. Plain War kills Individuals, Economic Wars destroy Economies and, indirectly, kills Individuals also. It is also a basis for Economic devastation in some sectors and hence could actually lead to 'Real War'. Trade Wars are dangerous and only the very Rich and the Plutocrats will benefit. Its literally a War between Plutocrats and 'Rich Nations' and all the People will suffer. Real War is based on the childish and immature emotion that 'My Dad can beat up your Dad' and Trade War is based on the childish and immature emotion that 'My Dad Has more Money then Your Dad'. Where are the Real Politicians?

Abstract Political Entities must govern Real Human Beings living in a condition of togetherness.

Abstract Political Entities must Govern Real Human Beings living in a 'condition of togetherness', yet all Political Entities owe their 'establishment' to the Human Condition. No Political Entity has ever created the Human Condition, yet its the Political Entity that has Political Power, not the Human Condition. The only thing the Human can do is learn to 'live together' in a condition of togetherness. Since, there are no 'superior' human beings, all human beings are Equal and Free. In a 'condition of togetherness' a human being must learn to respect the Political Freedom and Equality of the Other. If that does not occur, Individuals will always be at the throat of the Other. Hence, the need for some kind of 'control' or some kind of 'Government'. But, the Government must respect the Political Freedom and Equality of each and every Individual under its care. The only reason Governments have been established is for the Purpose of Governing the Human Condition. It serves no other function and although there is Political Power in Governing, that Power should not be abused and it should be used democratically, or, stated differently, for the benefit of the Individuals that have established the Political Entity. Isn't it strange that, when Individuals do not abide by Law, they are punished, but when Political Entities do not abide by Law or 'Human Decency', they merely justify themselves by claiming to be Autocrats, or Plutocrats, Kings, and in some cases, good CEO's or 'Businessmen' trying to balance the 'economy of the World' with Business Principles, as if it was some 'local Corporation'. In other words, they hide behind their Political Identities. They treat the 'Big Picture' as if it was the 'Small Picture', and by doing that they ignore the 'Freedom and Equality' of all the Real Humans in the World. A change in the International Business World will always effect the Local scene. When Leaders of the World attempt to regulate the International scene with economic Principles, they are stepping on the toes of all the Human beings in the World. Locally, Politics should benefit the Human Condition, Internationally, Politics should do the same. Both local Governments and International Governments is about the People, about Human Beings. Where are the Real Politicians?

The 'World' has shrunk; we can no longer exclude 'The People' of the World.

The World has shrunk; we can no longer exclude 'The Peoples' of the World from our 'attempts' to 'Govern' people, instead of 'Ruling' People, and Excluding them from a Democratic form of Government. Notice how some Autocracies call themselves 'Democratic", when in fact they are Autocratic. But, also notice how some so-called 'Democracies' exclude some Human Beings (Children and so-called 'Immigrants) from Individual and Familial attempts to live 'better' Lives and 'Politically', to live a more Democratic life by immigrating into a Democratic Society. This exclusion is based solely on the fact that they were born within the Borders of a different 'Political Entity'. The old saying "we are all in the same boat" has to change to "We are all on the same Planet". Political 'Exclusion', in any Form, is actually a 'form of discrimination'; a form of 'Racial' and 'Exclusionary' Discrimination. How sad; People come to a 'so-called Democracy' and children are separated from their Families and placed in 'cages'; all this under the 'Authority' of the 'so-called' 'Law of the Land'. Of course, the 'Law of the Land' actually protects the Equality and Freedom of all 'Human Beings' and not just those born within its Borders. Instead of 'building Walls' we must think of a way to 'knock down walls' and begin to see that all Human Beings are entitled to 'Equality and Freedom'. That's the 'Real Problem'. 'Strong Political identity' and isolationism must stop. Every Political Entity is 'man made'. The 'Human Condition' is not 'man made'. The goal of every Political Entity should be to include more and more 'Human Beings' within their Borders. If Humans seek to live in one Nation instead of Another, the human desire and wish to do so should be respected. We need better Immigration laws and we need to stop functioning as 'Economic Entities' and begin to function as 'Democratic Entities'. Even our so-called 'Democracies' need to become 'Real Democracies' instead of 'CEO's' functioning as Autocrats. Where are the Real Politicians?

The 'Top' of any Political Entity has Power, but it must use Political Principles, not Economic Principles, to Govern.

The Top in any Political Entity has Power; the Bottom always includes the People. In a Democracy, the 'Peoples', at the Bottom, decide who will serve, for a Period of Time, in the Highest Political Office at the Top. The 'more Autocratic' Forms of Government, follow different Rules for deciding who will 'Rule'. Autocracies 'Rule' their People; Democracies 'Govern' the 'People'. Of course, Governing a People can also take many Forms; some Good, some 'not so Good'. One of the most damaging forms of so-called 'Governing' is when Government begins to use 'Economic Principles' to 'Govern'. Capitalistic Principles will 'pay off', Profits and more Profits, in 'Capitalistic endeavors', but not in 'Democratic Endeavors'. One cannot have a 'Good Deal' in a Democratic Endeavor, but one can have a 'Good Deal' in an Economic Endeavor. Economic 'Results', like Profits, can be 'Quantified, 'Weighed', 'Counted', and 'Measured'. But, Democratic Results, like 'Freedom and Equality', are not Quantifiable and hence 'You' either 'have them' or 'you don't'. If there is Racial Discrimination, Economic(class) discrimination, Personal inequality,( favoring 'persons' like Legal fictions (Corporations) instead of Real Human Beings like You and I, then we are being Governed with 'Economic principles', not 'democratic principles' of Freedom and Equality. Such a Government is headed towards 'Plutocracy', not 'Democracy'. In today's World, where International Relations have become 'closer' or 'more important', it is imperative that 'Political Issues' be resolved with 'Political Principles', not Economic principles. Of course, there are economic problems involved on the International Scene also, but their resolution involves Political Principles, not economic Principles. Politics, Local as well as International, need Political Resolutions not Economic Resolutions. Political resolutions may involve Economic issues also, but that resolution is not a question of Profits or Trade. We need more Real Politicians driving the ship of State, not CEO's. Political issues are different from Economic Issues. Where are the Real Politicians?

A 'Revolution' at the Bottom is different from a 'Revolution' at the Top.

A 'Revolution' at the Bottom is different from a 'Revolution' at the Top. Maybe the use of 'Revolution' is too extreme but, in both cases, it refers to 'Big Changes'. When a revolution begins at the Bottom, it usually begins 'slowly' and in small incremental steps as it begins to grow. Sometimes an Event is so 'definite' and 'powerful' that it immediately 'affects' the 'Condition of togetherness' and changes begin immediately. But, a 'Revolution", or a 'Change' at the Top, immediately 'effects' the 'Structure' and the 'Form' of the Government at the Top. Changes at the Top immediately change the Form of the Government. The changes are more 'immediate' and the changes effect the very Form of the Government. Those kind of changes can occur when Economic Principles are used to Govern instead of Political Principles. Of course, Economic Principles are also important, but Money, Property, and the Forbes List 'cannot Govern'. Democracy carries out the 'Will' of the People, ( at the Bottom) not the Will of the Executive ( at the Top). Democratic Principles must govern in a Democracy. It appears that today all concerns are based on 'who pays for what'( the Fence) and 'who pays less Taxes'( corporations), and a 'focused concern' on the 'importance' and 'survival' of 'Legal Fictions' ( Corporations), instead of a focused concern on Racial, Gender, and Class Discrimination. We still have Racial, Gender, and Class Discrimination. Actually, we have a situation where the Top practices, accepts, and implements Racial, Gender, and Class Discrimination. The center of Gravity of Change in America is at the Top. Today's Revolution is at the Top and the 'Power of Governing' a 'Democracy' is 'unraveling'. Politics and Politicians are losing their 'Power to Govern'. Why?, because 'Political Correctness' has become 'dis-functional' and Government by 'Economic principles' has the upper hand and hence, 'Real Democracy' is dying. We need 'Real Politicians'( not Political Correctness) and real Governing, (according to Political Principles) and not a Government that Governs by 'Economic Principles' and further 'aggravates' and 'perpetuates' Racial, Gender, and Class Discrimination. We are in trouble. Where are the Real Politicians?

A Political Entity 'Governs'; an Economic entity 'Produces'.

A Political Entity 'Governs'; an Economic Entity 'produces'. Each has a different 'function' and a different 'place' within the 'Condition of Togetherness'( the Social). But the 'Social' exists 'within' the 'Political' and the Two must interact with each other. The Real Individual exists within the Two and must acquire a 'Semiotic'( Sign system) and a 'Semantics'(Meaning system) for each. That acquisition forms a 'Subjectivity' in the 'Real Individual' within the 'Polity' and its 'Capitalistic environment'. This Subjectivity is the 'Attitude' of the Individual towards his/her immediate and 'Total' environment. In other words, in a Democracy a Real Individual exists within a 'Total Linguistic Environment' that conflates the 'Political' and the 'Economic'. The Individual relates to this 'conflation' and must understand the distinction between Political language and Economic Language. Economic language is concerned with 'Producing' more and more of the same, or 'Profits and Monies'. But, these Profits and Monies are a Medium of Exchange that should be kept in circulation. In other words, the Economy is constantly 'changing', 'producing' and being modified. Now, consider the Political System. A Democracy, as a System of Governing, does not change. Its a fixed system i.e. the nature of the Political entity remains democratic at all times. The democratic values of a democracy never change; i.e., the Freedom and Equality of all the Real Individuals is always the Goal. That's fixed; the only change might be that the 'Individuals' 'excluded' from the system should become 'included' Individuals within the system. That's not 'changing' the 'System'; that's 'Perfecting' the Democracy. Government 'Of the People, By the people, For the People, can only 'improve'. What the Real Individual needs to do is 'really experience' what it means to be 'Equal' and 'Free' ( within the confines of Law) under a Political System. What Capitalism needs to do is really experience that it should also serve the 'General Welfare'( not the 1%); that the 'Holy-Dollar' is 'empty and vacuous', that it has 'flown loose' from its Moorings', (no more Gold Standard); that being on the 'Forbes List' is meaningless; and the most important thing is that a 'Corporate Society' should also have 'Democratic values'. A conflated system of Semiotics and Semantics must 'understand' that only a 'Government can Govern'; and a 'Capitalism' within a Democracy should also serve the General Welfare. Where are the real Politicians?

A Political Entity is different from an Economic Entity.

A Political Entity is different from an Economic Entity. Both are very Important, and each has a different 'Nature' and a 'different Purpose'. A political Entity is what is commonly referred to as 'the State'; 'the Nation'; or 'a Country'. All these 'loose terms' refer to a 'Political Entity'. Each refers to a 'collection of Individuals' who are under the 'Power' of a 'Governing Entity'. Of course, there are many types of Governments but, notice how many 'Autocratic Forms' call themselves 'Democratic'. Why? Because that 'usage' creates the 'impression' and 'suggests' that its a 'Government of the People'. But, only a Real Democratic Form of Government is a Government "Of the People", "by the People" and "for the People". The Economy of most Governments is Corporate in Nature. An Economy provides for the 'Economic Welfare' of the 'People' as well as the 'State'. But, a Democratic Form of Government must provide for the 'General Welfare', i.e. the 'Welfare' 'of the People'. That is the 'Purpose' of the economy in a Democratic Form of Government. The Economy in a Democracy should serve the 'General Welfare'. Of course, a Corporate Economy is driven by 'profits and Monies', while a Democratic Form of Government is 'driven' by Freedom and Equality. The 'motors' of the different Entities are different. An Economy 'cannot Govern' and a Government 'cannot create 'profits and Monies'. Each must assume its proper Posture and neither should assume the tasks of the Other. But, they must work together. The basic reason for that is that only a Government has 'Political Power.' An Economy, whatever form it assumes, has great influence but, it can never have Power. Does Ford Motors have Power over you; does Wall-Mart have power over you? Of course, not. Their sole interest is to market their Products. Stated differently; the 'Economy' needs to stay out of politics and 'Government' needs qualified 'Political Thinkers' at the helm. We do not need CEO'S driving the Ship of State; nor do we need Politically-Correct Politicians driving the Ship of State. Where are the 'Real Politicians'?

A 'Capitalistic' economy is a 'huge aspect' of 'any' form of 'Political Entity'.

A 'Capitalistic economy' is a 'huge aspect' of any 'Political Entity'. If a Political Entity is Autocratic, Capitalism will reign Supreme. Why? Because both Entities, Political and Economic, will flourish at the Top. The 'Polity' will Rule 'Absolutely' from the Top; the Bottom does not have a say-so in the 'manner of Rule'. The Top is also guided by 'Economic Principles' that are characteristic of Autocratic Rule, i.e., 'More and More of the same', to wit Profits and Monies. In that scenario, there is no 'distinction' between a 'Political Result' and an 'Economic Result'. Power is absolutely at the Top and all economic Results also remain at the Top. Its entirely up to the Autocrat. Of course, it will be said that some Autocrats are 'Thoughtful and Nice' but, whats the likelihood? That sounds like the dis-functional 'Divine Right of Kings' form of Government. But, nevertheless, Absolute Power is at the Top and all Results are determined by the Top. That's why North Korea released the American Prisoners. No one 'told them', and, no one 'convinced' them, to do so. The 'Top' chose to release them. Strategy? probably, but that's the 'End of Story'. Now, we must see how a 'Capitalistic Economy' differs in a 'Real Democracy'. In a Democracy, Capitalism is also the form of the Economy, but it must be kept separate from the Political Entity. Why? because Political Principles in a Democracy are different from Capitalistic principles in an Economy. Political Principles are based on the Freedom and Equality of all the Real Individuals at the Bottom. A Democracy is a Government; 'Of the People', 'By the People' and 'For the people'. Notice, results are 'For the People'. ( That's from the Constitution). A Capitalistic Economy is based on 'economic principles' of 'more and more of the same, or, Profits and Monies. Capitalism 'runs' its Corporations like an 'Autocracy'( there's no room for 'Freedom and Equality') and that's O.K. for an 'Economy', but those Principles have to 'stay out of Politics'. When Business Principles 'motor' a 'Democracy'; democracy is in trouble. You will see 'many Economic decisions' being made, which mostly favors the 'Big Corporations' and the 1%. The 'Haves', have more! and the 'Have Nots', have less! Where are the real Politicians?

Political Science is not a Science but, it requires 'Objectivity' and a certain quality of 'Selflessness'.

Political-Science is not a Science but, it requires 'Objectivity' and a certain quality of 'Selflessness'. In a Democracy, a 'Politician' must know 'how to Govern' or, at least, have some concept on what 'She/He' hopes to accomplish while in Office. A 'Political Goal' is a very 'General Goal' in that it involves the democratic 'Structure of Governing' and also 'all' the 'Real Individuals' who will benefit from such Governing. In other words, it involves 'the means' by which She/He will 'Govern' as well as the 'end result' of such 'Governing'. The 'end result', of course, involves 'all the Real Individuals' at the Bottom of the Governing process and it also involves the 'Freedom and Equality' of each and every Real Individual at the Bottom. A Real Politician's primary concern is the 'General Welfare" of all the 'Individuals' being Governed. Politicians should not be concerned with any kind of surreptitious self-aggrandizement. In other words, She/He should be Selfless. Of course, that's somewhat Ideal, but a necessary 'Political Characteristic' of a Democratic Office-Holder who enjoys 'Political Power' in a Democratic Form of Government. Political 'Power' should not be used for self-aggrandizement. Political Office is only for a short period of time. Now, weigh those qualities with the qualities required of a successful CEO of a Business Corporation. A Businessman must make a 'Profit'; that's his/her sole Goal. Failing that, She/He is replaced or the Corporate structure goes bankrupt. A Political Entity cannot replace its 'Governors' whenever it likes; nor can it declare 'Bankruptcy'. That is why a 'Business Mentality' cannot run a Political Entity. He/She must be Objective, Selfless, and Democratic. These political qualities may be rare, but they are absolutely necessary. Failing these requirements, a Democracy is in danger of deconstructing. Where are the Real Politicians?

In a Democracy, 'Politicians' are necessary; an Economy is also necessary; how are they to be balanced.

In a Democracy, 'Politicians' are necessary; an Economy is also necessary; so, how are the 'Two' to be balanced. The Politician must create, 'structures' and 'Social Institutions' that 'perfect' the 'Condition of Togetherness' at the Bottom. The Bottom needs an 'Economy'; its the Bottom that needs an Economy, not the Top, hence 'Capitalism'. The Political, or the 'Source of Power', or the 'Top', crafts Social Institutions that 'structures', and 'modulates' a Bottom that protects the 'Equality and Freedom' of Each and every 'Real' Individual in the Social, i.e. the 'Real Individual' that constitutes the 'Condition of Togetherness'. The Top, in a Democracy, cannot tell the Bottom 'how to act', 'behave' or 'what to do'. It can only tell the Bottom what 'Not to do'; hence Law and 'Order'. With 'Law and Order' the 'Top' structures a Social that protects the Freedom and Equality of each and every Real Individual in the 'Condition of Togetherness'. Now, Capitalism is also essential to the Social in a Democracy, but the 'activity', 'more and more of the same', of 'Capitalism', is never 'controlled' by the Government. Capitalism is Part of the Bottom and always strives for 'Size', 'Profits and Monies', that usually attains to 'Greed'. Its a 'never ending cycle' that ends with 'Greed', which is, basically, the 1%. Profitable Businesses are 'Incorporated', made Legal Fictions by the machinery of Government. As Legal Fictions they even attained to the Level of 'Persons" in a 'Constitutional Social'. That created a 'Lop-Sided Economy'. Now, the 'Economy' or 'Corporate Persons' want to 'drive' the 'Ship of State'. But, the 'Motor' for the 'Two separate activities' is different. All we have to do is 'look closely' at all the 'changes' being made 'by the Top' with reference to 'Monies', and the ever-changing 'face' of the Top, to see that we are 'being driven' by 'Economic Principles' not 'Democratic Principles'. In a Democracy, Real Politicians must focus on the Principles of Equality and Freedom. In a Democracy more control is needed over 'Fictitious, Surreal', 'Persons' in the Economy. If you can't put them in Jail (like a real Person) then, 'control' them better. Where are the Real Politicians?

Democracy has a 'Problem'; that 'problem' is the 'Real Individual' at the 'Bottom of Government'.

Democracy has a 'Problem'; that 'problem' is the 'Real Individual' at the 'Bottom of Government'. Remember, the Real Individuals, who live in a 'Condition of togetherness', at the 'Bottom of Government', are the 'Essence' of Democratic Government. The problematic is that Many Individuals in a Condition of Togetherness tend to divide up into 'Groups', or 'Political Parties'. Each 'Division' or 'Party' then establishes an 'Ideology' to 'hold it together'. That first division into 'Political Parties' than 'expands' and 'demands allegiance' from its 'members'. That division can weaken the 'condition of togetherness' at the 'Bottom of Government'. So, it appears that for 'democracy' to really work, it needs 'all the people' at the Bottom. Of course, if 'Party differences' were 'mere Ideological differences' that didn't 'effect' real 'Democracy', i'e', the condition of togetherness at the Bottom, it wouldn't make much difference. The 'Condition' still remains 'integrated' into a 'Peoples Government' and the Government is still a Government "of the people", "by the People" and, 'for the people". But, if 'Party Loyalty' has the 'effect' of dividing the 'Democratic Spirit' of the 'Bottom', the Bottom, the essence of Democracy, will become weak. That's what happens when Business Principles creep into Government and 'take over' the Government or the 'motoring' process. Business Principles, by their nature, are not democratic. The underlying aspect of Business, is 'more and more of the same', i.e., Profits and monies; its a 'cumulative process' that eventually leads to 'Greed'. That's why we have 'economic classes' divided into the 'Haves' and the 'Have-Nots'; a 'class Society'. A Class Society cannot integrate into a Real Democracy. Its 'Real' Democratic principles that must hold us together and that means Principles of Freedom and Equality. There's no other 'Glue' for democratic Principles. We must do away with Racial Discrimination; Economic class discrimination, and Government must begin to play a more 'energetic part' in the processes of the 'Equality and Freedom' of the Real Individual. Where are the Real Politicians?

Politics could be an 'Ideological' pursuit of Democracy; Capitalism is a pursuit of 'Profits and Monies'.

Politics could be an Ideological pursuit of Democracy; but, Capitalism is always the pursuit of 'Profits and Monies'. Neither, 'Ideology' nor 'Profits and Monies' has an 'End' point. An Ideological pursuit of Democracy never ends because the 'End Quest' is 'democracy' and that's defined as a continuing 'condition of togetherness' that protects its 'condition' as a 'Freedom and Equality' of 'each' and every 'real Individual' in the Condition. That may sound convoluted but, the reality is that the 'real Individual' can be 'counted' hence quantified, but, the Freedom and Equality are important 'variables' that 'continue unraveling' on a daily basis. You either 'experience' Freedom and Equality or you don't; that is a 'continuing Phenomena' experienced by the Individual. Racial discrimination is a Phenomena you 'know'; you 'feel it'; the so-called 'superiority' of one person over the other is 'somewhat understandable', as a 'talent' not possessed by everyone, but never, never, predicated on 'Racial grounds'. Economic and Class Discrimination; that's easy, either you have 'Monies' or 'Properties' or you don't. If you are a 'member' of the 1%, you do. The 1% are in control of most of the 'medium of exchange'(monies and Properties) in the Social; and are in a position to control the 'structuring' of the Social into Social, Economic, Classes. Notice how every City is divided into sections, or 'Classes'; the Poor; the Middle; the High, or Upper. The 'Haves and the Have-nots'; the Palaces; the 'Housing'; the 'Homes'; the shacks; and the 'Homeless'. Hence, Politics should be a Talent, or an 'Ideology' that pursues the 'Equalization' in the Social; and the 'Freedom' of expression of the 'Uniqueness' of each 'Human Individual'. We are all the Same( Equally Human and 'Unique'); yet, we are all 'Different', a 'different' expression of our 'Equality and Freedom'. This is possible in a Democratic Social where Politics pursues the "Equality and Freedom" of everyone. 'Political Ideologies' should be 'different routes' to the 'same' 'democratic goals'. But, Politics has failed us. Politics today is actually a 'Business Principle' concerned with 'more and more of the same'. Profits, Size, are all 'driven' by the economic principle of 'more and more of the same'; the End is never in sight, because 'Greed' has no 'End'.

Political Science is not a Science; and Capitalism is much 'closer' to being 'scientific' because its results are Quantifiable.

Political Science is not a Science, but Capitalism is 'closer' to being Scientific. 'Politics' has a multitude of 'variables' that cannot be quantified e.g., Individual 'Freedom and Equality' cannot be quantified. You can 'count' the 'Individual' in a Census but you cannot quantify the experience of 'Freedom and Equality'. However, Capitalism has many factors that 'can' and 'are' quantifiable. The end results of most Capitalistic efforts are quantifiable by the 'amounts of Profits and Monies' that it produces. The Size of the 'Corporate Structure can be quantified and compared with Other Corporate 'Entities'. The amounts of Profits and monies held by corporate interests are 'countable' and can be used to determine Size. That is the basic reason why an 'economy' cannot drive a 'Political Entity'. The 'end result' of striving for Profits and Monies has resulted in a Lop-Sided Economy which produces 'Economic Greed' (1%) and is completely 'unrelated' to 'Individual' Freedom and Equality. Economic Principles cannot drive a Political entity. They can create a Great economy, but 'Economic Principles' do not strive for 'Equality', 'Balance', or 'Inclusions' of 'Equality and Freedom' in 'all Real Individuals' in the Social. There is no 'end result' to Economic Activity; the 'Motor' keeps producing 'more and more of the same'( Profits ) with the 'goal' being merely to increase its 'Size' and to get to the Top of the Forbes List. The 1% never increases to 5% or 50%; the 1% always stays at 1% but gets 'Fatter and Fatter'. Money is important and serves as a 'medium of exchange' but it, like the Corporation, is a 'Legal Fiction'. If the 1% should ever get control of 'all the money' in circulation; it will change the 'Nature' of the Political Game. Welcome to Plutocracy! Maybe we are already there? A Government "of the 'Rich'; "by the Rich; and "for the Rich". Profits and Money cannot 'drive' a 'Real Democracy', only 'Real Equality' and 'Real Freedom' can 'motor' a Democracy. Real Equality and Real Freedom can eliminate 'Racial Discrimination' and 'Economic Inequality'. We need Political Leaders, not CEO's and Businessmen, to Drive the Ship of State. Where are the Real Politicians?

If Politics is more scientific, it can only 'quantify' the 'Individual' at the 'Bottom' as a 'Whole', while 'Freedom and Equality' remain Variables.

Politics is not a Science, but if it were 'more scientific', it can only 'Quantify' the 'Individual Human Being' as a 'Measurable Unit', while the Freedom and Equality of 'Each', remains a 'Variable'. Counting Individuals can help with the Census, but not with the Democratic nature of the Social. Of course, this would not solve all Political Questions but, it would be easier to measure the Individual in the Social as being 'Included' or 'Excluded', or as 'Really Free' and 'Really Equal'. For example, 'All Human Beings' are Equal and Free; hence, no Racial or Economic Discrimination is permitted in the 'Condition of Togetherness'.(Social). Now, one can count the 'Individual Units' to which the preceding applies as a 'Measurable Quantity', but not the 'actual variable' of 'Equality' or,'Freedom'. Many 'so-called' 'Minority Races' are not included and suffer from discrimination. The same applies in the Economic sphere. The 'Poor' remain poor, while the Rich get Richer. The Human Being does enjoy a certain Freedom and Equality, but neither 'Quality' can be 'Quantified'. Besides where does this term 'Minority Races' come from? To say that it refers to 'Numbers' of a particular Race is ridiculous. The 'Human Race' is the 'Human Race', and each Individual reflects his/her 'Genetic' as well as 'Environmental' attributes. And what about those 'Legal Fictions' called 'Corporations'? Are they 'Equal' to Real Human Beings? Of course not; they are artificial, abstract, Imaginary, 'Economic Entities' that are 'Driven' by the 'Autocratic Principles' of 'More and More of the Same'; Profits and Monies'. So, do we live in a Democracy? No, we do live in a 'so-called' Democracy but its motored by 'Economic Principles' instead of principles of 'Freedom and Equality'. There is too much Discrimination, both the 'Racial' and the 'Economic' variety. Where are the real Politicians?

Law and Order should be an Aspect of every Political Entity.

Law and Order should be an aspect of every Political Entity. A Political Entity exists only because it has Real People to Govern. Without People to Govern, there is no such thing, as a Political Entity. Whom would it Govern? Who would defend it in case of War? Who would pay Taxes for its 'continued existence', and who would Represent it in its Governing Functions. Hence, the necessity of a Top and a Bottom. The Top is the place of Political Power and the Bottom is the 'Condition of Togetherness', or, the Place of the 'Many People'. Hence, the difficult situation of the One and the Many. That situation or 'Condition' needs to be 'Governed' and it needs 'Law and Order' to 'develop' the 'Governing Relation'. That's why it can be said that a Democratic Nation is a 'Nation of Laws'. Those Laws should help in the Administration of the Freedom and Equality of each and every Individual in the Polity. Since every Nation depends on its people to even be considered a Political Entity, every Nation should have Laws that protect its People. However, Political Ideologies differ and some Nations are Autocracies, some are Plutocracies, some are Aristocracies, etc and each has Laws but the Laws are not 'crafted' to protect the 'People'; they are crafted to protect the 'Political Entity'. Of course, all so-called Democracies claim to Represent and Protect the People, but that is not necessarily the Case. Democracies still practice Racial Discrimination, Economic and Class Discrimination and Religious Discrimination. Discrimination is still 'out there', but its more subtle. How sad. if we don't start Governing with Political Principles of a 'Democratic nature', we are headed towards Plutocracy. We already have the problem of the 1%; we already have Economic Decisions that are making the Rich, Richer. We are being Governed by 'Economic Principles instead of Political, Democratic, Principles. Corporate Societies are extending their 'Business Tentacles' into the 'Democratic Political Entities'. Of course, the so-called Representatives want more and more 'Profits'. The Ironic aspect is that 'Profits' are only an accumulation of a 'Medium of Exchange' and are just as 'Fictional' as the Corporate structure. Where are the Real Politicians?

'Politics cannot be a Science,' but, it must strive to be more 'Functional'.

Politics cannot be a Science, but it must strive to be more 'Functional'. We have all heard the term "Political Science", but the reality is that Politics cannot be reduced to a Science. Politics 'cannot' be quantified and all Sciences are quantified i. e. they deal with 'Fixed Quantities'. The reason it 'cannot be quantified' is because the 'Bottom' of the 'Political Sphere' are the 'Many Individuals' that constitute the 'Social'. The Social is always considered as a 'Unity' of sorts. That's a very 'Generalized', 'abstract', 'linguistic, term', but the term cannot be considered as a 'whole', when 'such usage', excludes the 'Real Individual' within the 'Term'. The 'Political Characteristics' in the 'Social' is that 'each and every' Real Individual at the Bottom is to be 'included'. Hence, to speak about the 'Freedom and Equality' of the Individual is to speak about 'Qualities' in the 'Living Individual', i.e., in His/Her 'Unique Life', that cannot be reduced to some 'Quantity'. 'Freedom and Equality' is a characteristic of 'every Living Individual' and cannot be reduced to a 'Quantity'. Everyone has it; that is why a 'Real Democracy' cannot discriminate on the basis of 'Race, Color or Creed'. Unfortunately, so-called 'Political Correctness' only gives 'Lip Service' to these 'Democratic Characteristics'. Of course, there are many Other dangers in a Democracy. Sometimes a 'Non Politician' gets into Public Office. Now, that's a Big Danger. The biggest Danger, in a Democracy, is 'Who' is running for Office, and what are 'Their' qualifications? A Democracy says "anyone can run for Office". But, what are the Qualifications to 'lead' a Nation? There 'should be' some 'general qualification' that a Candidate has the 'Polity' or the 'National Interest' and 'Real Democracy' in mind. Where are these Qualifications, and why not? Our current President was asked his 'Qualifications' and he said "I build big Buildings". We do not need a Businessman, or CEO, or a famous Entertainer, or movie Star who is Unfamiliar with 'Real Politics', in the same 'vein', we do not need a 'Politician' that practices 'Political Correctness' either. Where are the Real Politicians? Fame, Fortune and Prosperity, are not 'sole qualifications' for Public Office. There must be 'complete Knowledge' about the Political Entity and how 'it functions' and the 'Understanding' that 'No 'Human Being' can be Left Out' of a Political Entity; and most important, that 'Public Office' is not a means for 'self-aggrandizement'. Where ARE the Real Politicians?

Every Nation has a Top and a Bottom. They also have a 'Political Relation' that runs from the Top to the Bottom.

Every Nation has a Top and a Bottom. Every Nation also has a 'Political Relation' that 'runs' from the Top to the Bottom; i.e., from the 'seat of Power' to the Social or the 'Place of the Peoples'. That 'same Relation' also 'runs' from the Bottom to the Top. Every Government is about the means by which a Nation Governs its People. But, in a Democratic Nation, or 'the People' in the Democracy, must also be aware of the Laws of the Land, as they apply to their behavior, and also to the 'conduct' of the Representatives who govern them. Of course, there is 'no way' that any one Real Individual, at the Bottom of a Democracy, can be personally aware of the 'occurrences' or 'conduct' of the 'Representatives' at the Top. The only way to resolve that problem, a problem characterized as one of the problems of the 'One and the Many', is to have a Social Institution like the 'Media'. The Media should report on what takes place at the 'Top' as well as the 'Bottom'. It must be 'Objective'; and it must report; 'what', 'where', 'when' and 'why' any one thing takes place and it must do that without 'embellishment' and without being 'opinionated'. It must report 'Accurately' and 'Objectively' what is happening at the 'Top of Power' as well as at the 'Bottom'. How else can a People be able to Judge the activities of its 'Leaders' and the 'condition of the Social? Now listen very closely. To be sure, there are different types of Media. We all know that but we always look forward to 'Serious' and 'Objective reporting'. But, when the 'Top of Power', or the occupant of the 'Highest Office' in the Land hollers, 'Fake News' every time he hears 'something' He doesn't like, or agrees with, the Top is 'programming' the People who hear those so-called 'Fake news'. He is also undermining 'Objective Reporting'. Unfortunately, there are People who believe everything they 'hear' or 'read', especially if it comes from the Top, and who are incapable of 'sensing' the 'arbitrary nature' and the 'danger' of using those 'words'. Those 'words' can easily create 'havoc' in the Social and can render the Institution of the Media 'totally useless'; everything will be so 'muddled up' that the Bottom will never know, at any point in time, and no matter how hard they try, what is 'really happening'. A 'Social' without an 'Objective media' is the same as a Government that Governs a 'Social' in which the 'People at the Bottom' don't have the slightest idea of 'How' the Government is 'Governing'. To show how dangerous that practice can be, imagine someone saying, "We live in a Democracy"... and the Top of Government responding, 'Fake News'. That is not Politics and that is not even 'good Business'. We need Real Politicians...not 'Fake Politicians' nor 'Fake CEO's'. We do not live in an Autocracy. We still live in a Democracy, "of the People", "by the People" and "for the People'.

A Democratic Government is Complex, but it should protect the Freedom and Equality of the Individual.

A Democratic Government is Complex, but it should protect the Freedom and Equality of the Individual. Other Forms of Government are 'simpler' but they do not emphasize the 'Freedom and the Equality' of the 'Governed'. Of course, they 'claim' to be democratic, but the actual case does not support that. In Democracy, the Power at the Top is 'granted' by the People at the Bottom and hence the Top 'Must Be' more accountable to the People at the Bottom. Nevertheless, Democracies can be problematic because an elected Official can serve in that capacity for at least Four(4) years. Only after the expiration of 'Service' can an elected official be replaced by the Electoral Process. During that period of time, many 'Business Principles' can 'creep' into the Political Process. For instance; the Rich become Richer i.e. the 1% become 'Fatter', while the 99% are fed a few 'morsels' to keep them 'happy'. A 'happy victim' is less inclined to complain about his 'economic' and 'social conditions'. The Corporations, which are recognized and accepted 'legal Fictions', get 'Fatter and Fatter' and 'increase their grip' on the Medium of Exchange', i. e., on the Money and Properties' in circulation. That transforms the Social into a Corporate Society. A Corporate Society does not concern itself with the Freedom and Equality of all the 'Non-corporate' Real Individuals; it concerns itself with 'more and more of the same'; Money, Profits, and 'Largeness'. The Legal Fictions have helped transformed a 'Government Entity' into a 'Business Entity' motored by the 'Medium of Exchange', or, by 'more and more of the same'. Today, 'Government', or, the 'Representatives' in Government, are more concerned with 'Economic Principles' than with Principles of Democracy. Notice, the Lower Tax Rates for big Corporations; notice how many small corporations are going out of Business; notice how many Social programs are being attacked and discontinued; notice how 'Greed' has taken over the 'Freedom and Equality' of the Real Individual. Notice how a Democratic 'Government Entity' is becoming 'more and more' like a 'Big Autocratic Corporation'. Where are the real Politicians?

'Autocratic Principles' motor a Capitalistic Economy; 'Political principles' of Freedom and Equality motor a Democracy.

'Autocratic Principles' motor a Capitalistic Economy; 'Political Principles' of 'Freedom and Equality' motor a Democracy. A Capitalistic Economy always strives (motors) for 'more and more' of the 'same'; i.e., profits, increased production, and Bigger and Bigger. The Corporate Structure, a Legal Fiction helped Capitalism to achieve 'Unprecedented Success'. But, that 'success' translates into the so-called 1%. The 99% get the 'trinkets and 'excesses', of an Advanced Capitalism that is 'far removed' from the 'Real needs' of the People, i.e. Shelter, Housing, Health Care, Foods, clothing, and the basic 'Necessities'. Much of 'Advanced Capitalistic Productions', for the sake of 'Profits', 'Size', and the 'accumulation of the Medium of Exchange,(the 1%) removes us from the 'Natural State' and creates 'Warped Needs' and 'Necessities' and 'reconstructs an 'artificial', system of 'Needs', 'Social Values'( Class Consciousness), and the Fictitious Goal of 'wanting to be on the Forbes List'. We Live, Work, and enjoy ourselves from the satisfaction of these 'artificial commodified needs' and still wonder why living in a 'condition of togetherness' is 'empty and vacuous'. Life, as such, becomes meaningless, because the pursuit is for 'economic things'. The Economic becomes commingled with the Political to the degree that a system of 'artificial needs' becomes 'indistinguishable' from a system of 'Real Freedom and Equality'. Hence, the only way out is to return to a Political Freedom and Equality and address the Real needs of the People or of the Real Individuals. Freedom and Equality cannot be sacrificed for the sake of satisfying the 'artificial needs' of a commodified Capitalism. We need Real Politicians at the Helm and not CEO's. We need Political Principles at the helm, not Economic Principles. A successful economy can be very useful to a Real Democracy, but it cannot drive a Real Democracy. Where are the real Politicians?

When the 'Top' of Democracy begins to 'Deconstruct'; 'Autocratic Principles' begin to flourish.

When the Top of Democracy begins to 'Deconstruct', Autocratic Principles begin to flourish. When a Nation structured with Law and Order 'relaxes' or begins to Deconstruct, the 'Autocratic impulses' begin to 'simmer'. Statements like, "get the guns first and then apply due process" is the most ignorant and uninformed statement that can be made by anyone at the 'Top' of Government; or, at the 'Pinnacle of Power'. Every High School Graduate knows that 'Due Process' is always 'First' and that any 'State Action' without 'Due Process of Law' is Unconstitutional. Also, there is no such thing as a 'Third World Country'. That may be a nice metaphor but, there is only 'One World', and we all live 'on it'. Also, the term 'Immigrant' is a 'Political Word' and 'grows politically' from an impulse of 'hubris', excessive pride and misplaced 'self-importance'. The creation of Legal Terms, like 'Law of Immigration' may be politically necessary, to establish Citizenship, etc., but to use those terms to 'imply', 'suggest', and 'implant' some sort of 'moral degradation' or 'inferiority' in a Nation that is 'different', is asinine. Human beings are human beings and All are Free and Equal. The 'Real Problem' is the usage of the 'language of Business and Morality' in the Political sphere. Every Nation has a 'Bottom' and that Bottom is a 'Condition of Togetherness'. The World has a 'People' and 'all the Peoples', regardless of the Nation, forms a 'Condition of Togetherness', and 'all' are Human Beings. Nations have different forms of Governments, but Governments are 'Institutions' and Institutions can be 'changed' and 'improved'. 'Real Peoples' are 'not Institutions'; they are all 'Real'; and 'Human Nature' cannot be 'changed'; their 'conditions of existence' can only be 'improved'. That is the purpose of Government. Where are the Real Leaders?

Political issues require 'Political principles' not 'Economic Principles'.

Political Issues require 'Political Principles', not 'Economic Principles'. When Children and the young cannot attend school because its become a 'War zone', something must be done. The solution required is not a 'Business Principle'; its a 'Political Principle' i.e. a principle of 'Governing'. For a Leader, or President to suggest "arming the Teachers" is like suggesting a 'widening' of the 'War Zone'. Can you imagine some 'Nut' going to a School and having a 'fire fight' with all the 'Armed Teachers'? In a 'Political Entity' with a 'sound economy', who do you think will benefit? Its been said Over and Over, Government is 'Governing' with Political Principles of Freedom and Equality, not Economic Principles of 'Profits and Money'. An Economy can only be driven with Profits. A 'Viable Economy' only Grows with Profits and Money; but it cannot Govern! Repeat; an Economy cannot Govern! If you Arm and Train the Teaching Profession why not consider them part of the Armed Forces and train them accordingly. What do you think the Corporate Gun Manufacture and their Lobby is thinking? Oh, a 'New Market' for selling and requiring Gun ownership of all the Teachers in the U.S.. If you go into teaching, you had better know how to use a Weapon. What a ridiculous suggestion. Why would a President make such a suggestion? That's not Governing. Is he afraid of the Gun lobby, or is he just a Profit Minded CEO? The Corporations and the Gun Lobby love him. Do the Parents of the children and kids who lost their lives, love him? Hell No! A Political Position of Power requires Political Principles, not Business Principles! One answer is simply, make the Manufacture and Sale of Automatic Weapons available only to Law Enforcement Agencies' and the Military. A Democratic 'Social' does not need Automatic Weapons. We need a Real Political solution; a solution that does not 'enlarge' the 'sphere of misuse' and one that protects the Freedom and Equality, and the Lives, of the Real Individuals in the Social; we need a Political solution not a ridiculous 'economic suggestion' that would make things 'worse'. And if we include 'treating mental disorders', we should begin with examining all the Real Individuals in Positions of Power. Where are the Real Politicians, the Real Leaders?

Politics is about Power; the Economy is about Profits and Money; never should the twain meet.

Politics is about Power; Economics is about Profits and Money. Politics is motored by Political Principles and the Economy is motored by Profits and Money. Each is necessary to a Political Entity. However, a Democratic Nation cannot be motored by Profits and 'its Economy' cannot be motored by Freedom and Equality. Each has its place and each must assume its 'Proper Stance' in its Society, or its Social. Neither can do the job or function of the other. When a vicious shooting of 'children and students' takes place, a definite immediate stance against 'automatic weapons' must take place. Gun Lobbyists lobby for the production and 'availability' of 'automatic weapons' and are, apparently sold to whomever can pay the price. Why does a 'social' need Automatic Weapons? Certainly, automatic weapons can be produced and sold to 'Government Entities' for use and 'stocking' for 'purposes' of War. But, a Social does not need Automatic Weapons for 'everyday needs' of the Society; and 'Hunters' don't need automatic Weapons. Hence, they should not be available to every Tom, Dick, and Harry. That's a perfect example of an 'Economic Institution' functioning in a 'Political Social'. The 'Economy' is looking at 'Profits and Money" while the "Political Entity's concern should be the 'Safety and Welfare' of its Citizens. The solution is simple; no Automatic Weapons for the 'Day to Day' use in the Social. But, our 'Leaders' are afraid of the 'Lobbyists' and their 'control' of the 'Vote'. How sad, Profits and Money 'Trumps' the Political. Also, an example of a Political Entity being 'controlled' by an Economic Entity; or, a Political Entity being run by CEO's. Its tragic to see 'children' and 'young students' 'slaughtered' because of the availability of Automatic Weapons. We need 'Real Politicians'; not CEO's being 'motored' by Profits and Money.

Freedom and Equality are not Ideals; they are 'Functional Characteristics' of a Real Democracy.

Freedom and Equality are not Ideals; they are 'Functional Characteristics' of a Real Democracy. The Top, or Power is structured Democratically to 'Ideologically implement' and 'structure' the Democratic Entity. That 'structure' becomes a 'Legal Edifice' that both 'implements' and 'Protects' the Freedom and Equality of 'each and every' Real Individual living in a 'condition of togetherness'. That 'condition' is usually referred to as the 'Social', but I refer to it as the 'Bottom'. The term Bottom is not as 'abstract' and better captures the 'Condition of Togetherness', that the 'Real Individual' lives in. That 'Individuality' and 'Uniqueness' is never 'lost' or 'given-up' by the Individual. The Individual lives 'side by side', together with and among 'Other' Unique Individuals, who are also 'Equal and Free'. But, those Individuals also have a Duty in a Democracy. S/he lives within a Legal System that 'implements and protects' His/Her Freedom and Equality. That Duty is to be Law-abiding. Life within a Democratic Legal structure should be a Life of 'Freedom and Equality' 'structured' within an arrangement of Law and Order. Freedom is not Freedom to do as one pleases. Freedom is to live within the 'structures and mores' of Law and Order. 'Equality' is the equality of the 'human condition' living within the 'condition of togetherness' at the Bottom of Government. Law and Order structures Freedom and Equality at the Bottom of Government. Every Real Individual is Equal and Free and hence its Illegal to discriminate on the basis of Racial differences. That's what the Top should be doing; it should structure the application of Law in such manner as to destroy, once and forever, 'Racial', 'Economic', and 'Class' distinctions within the Social. Such Laws are already in place. Government needs to 'implement' them; and real Individuals, at the Bottom of Government, need to 'practice' them. There is too much Racial, Economic and Class discrimination. Its time to 'practice' the 'conceptual'. The 'conceptual, by itself, can lead to a Great book; but the 'practice' can lead to 'Revolution', and Revolution can lead to 'a change for the Better'.

Government should be 'Fair' and 'Equitable' to the Bottom; because, without 'People' at the Bottom, there is no need for the 'Power' to Govern.

Government should be 'Fair and Equitable' to its People, because without 'People', there is no need for 'Government'. 'Government' is an Institution created by the 'very People' who are to be Governed. At any 'one Point in Time', or, any 'one point in history', a Government is 'created', or 'comes into Being'. The sole purpose for 'recognizing' such an 'Institution' is for the 'sole purpose' of establishing an 'Institution' with Power, and, an 'Institution' that 'Governs'. Call it what you will; an Autocracy, an Oligarchy, a Plutocracy, a Dictatorship, the 1%, or a Democracy. No Government, regardless its Kind, is a 'Natural Phenomena'; they must be 'created' or 'established', or 'recognized' and that is always the case because the 'Bottom' of the 'condition of togetherness', needs to be 'Governed'. Such 'Governmental Institutions' must have 'Power', otherwise they will be useless. In 'exchange' for the 'attribution' of said 'Power', a Government 'should Govern' with 'Freedom and Equality'; or, at least, with 'Fairness and Equity'. That would suffice, as a 'step', and only as a 'step', in the 'Right Direction'.'Today', we have 'discovered' that not 'Everyone', and not just 'Anybody', can 'Govern'. 'Political Correctness' is insincere and vacuous; Business CEO's are 'economic Dictators', Economic Principles are designed to make Profits and Money; the 1% want to get 'Fatter'. How is it possible to get qualified 'Political-Minded Individuals? Of course, the usual response is get someone 'trained' and 'educated' to 'Govern', not someone ready to abuse the System. Wow, were right back to the 'ancient dilemma' of the One and the Many. Well, we must recognize that the 'One' is an 'Institution' and not a 'Real' Individual; its 'An Office'. No Real Individual is born with the so-called 'Power' of the 'One'. All 'Real Individuals' are 'Equal' and 'Free'. The 'Divine Right of Kings' no longer functions, as a Form of Government, ( how does being a Billionaire or a member of the 1% compare to that). Hence, one basic requirement, is that a Political Candidate must be 'Selfless'. The 'Position' at the Top requires 'Selflessness', and, an 'Uncanny Ability' to Govern a 'Political Entity'. There are 'Lots of People' at the 'Bottom' of all Governments, but they need Real 'Representation'. Where are the 'Real' States-Persons?

A Democracy is 'difficult'; but its also 'Fair and Equitable'.

A Democracy is 'difficult' but, its also 'fair' and 'Equitable'. A Democracy is a Form of Government that 'incorporates', from the 'Bottom', the Freedom and Equality that each Real Individual enjoys. In other words, the Top of a Democracy 'represents' the Freedom and Equality of each and every Real Individual at the Bottom. The Top has Institutional Power, while the Bottom has a Real Form of 'Representation'. Representative Government is Government that represents 'all' the 'Real Individuals' at the 'Bottom'. There cannot be a 'Government at the Top', without a 'People at the Bottom'. The Problem with Governments is always 'Who' or 'What' are these Governments going to 'Represent'. Will 'it' represent itself as some 'self-sustaining' Political Entity or will 'it' represent a People? An Autocracy, or, a Kingdom doesn't seem to 'need' a 'Bottom' or a 'People'. The issue, in such cases would be what will such Autocracy or Kingdom do in such cases. Will the Autocracy or Kingdom Govern Itself or will they De-construct? Of course, its kinda silly to formulate it that way, because the World is 'over-flowing with People' and 'Nations'. That argument may be too theoretical, but it makes a Point. People need Government, and People need to be Governed. But, the Individuals need to be 'Represented' because they do not give up their 'Uniqueness' nor their 'Individuality' by being in a 'condition of togetherness'. The Individual can, so to say, 'govern' Himself/ Herself, but S/he cannot Govern the 'condition of togetherness'. At that point, an Institutional Government becomes necessary. The end result of inquiring into 'such formations' of Government, is to try to inquire into the 'source' and 'proper distribution' of Power, or stated differently, how does such an Entity acquire 'Authority' or the 'Power to Govern'? Will it be an 'Autocracy', a 'Kingdom', an 'Oligarchy', or a 'Democracy'. The answer to the 'latter' will determine the Form the Government will take. Such Forms determine how the Government will Govern. Do such Governments 'just Govern' or, do they Represent the 'Will', or the 'Freedom and Equality' of the People? If the Institution of Government needs People to Govern, then it must Represent the People.

The Real Individual is the 'core' and 'essence' of Governments; Economies; and Capitalism.

The 'Real' Individual is the 'core' and 'essence' of Governments; Economies; and Capitalism. That means that all these 'Three activities' should be 'dedicated' towards the 'Distinguishable Goals' of 'Governing', 'Economics', and 'Capitalistic activity'. Individuals need Governing, if they live in a 'condition of togetherness'; Individuals need Economies, if they need to pursue 'activity', to 'make', or 'earn', a 'living''; Individuals need to 'Compete' in Capitalistic Activity to 'survive' in the attainment of 'Food', 'clothing', 'home', and other 'Economic and Social' Necessities. In other words, If a Real Individual is expected to 'Live' in a 'Democracy' or a 'condition of togetherness', the Government must be democratic, and must provide the 'means for earning a living' in that Democracy. If the Government is a Democracy, it is a Government "of the People", "by the People", and "for the People". Such an Arrangement should provide the means by which the Individual can 'earn', 'acquire', a 'Job', a 'Home', and the 'securities' of 'Life', in a 'Condition of Togetherness'. If the economy is Capitalistic, it must allow for 'competition' between Real Individuals. If a Real Individual cannot 'compete' or cannot 'compete fairly' with another Real Individual, the Economy is lopsided. Such has become the case with the Governmental creation of the 'Corporate Fiction'. We live in a Corporate Society, not a 'condition of togetherness'. The Corporation has been given more 'advantages' than the Real Individuals in their 'condition of togetherness' and they have become 'recognized' and 'accepted' Legal Fictions. Corporations have 'eliminated' 'competition' between Real Individuals. Corporations now set the standards for 'competition' in the Economic sphere. In Economics, the 'Real Individuals', who should live in Freedom and Equality, have been 'discarded'. They now face corporate Structures, called Legal Fictions, who are 'evolving' and 'acquiring' the same 'values' and 'qualities' of life of a Real Human Being. Today, they can even 'participate' in Politics( Citizens United) and even enjoy a certain type of 'Immortality'( Voluntary and Involuntary Dissolution). The Real Human being is not so fortunate. 'Government' is necessary for the Real 'Human Being' in a 'condition of togetherness'; so is Economics, but, not those 'Huge', 'Dictatorial', Economic Monsters; nor the 1%. The Economy and the Legal Fictions need to be 'controlled'. Where are the Real Politicians?

If Economics and Capitalism replaces Democratic Government; Democratic Government will 'Deconstruct'.

If the Individual 'Impulse' of 'Economics and Capitalism' replaces the Individual 'impulse' of 'Democratic Government', then Democratic Government will 'Deconstruct'. Stated differently; if Capitalism 'continues' to make 'inroads' into Democracy, a Government 'of the People, 'by the People' and 'for the People', will no longer exist: a 'Motor' designed to make 'Profits and Money' will replace a 'Motor' designed to 'Protect' Individual Freedom and Equality. The 'sad part' is that the 'Perpetrators' of this 'political phenomena' do not seem to be aware of whats happening; maybe they are aware but, that would just make it 'sadder'... the pursuit of an elusive 'Fiction', a 'Medium of Exchange', 'replaces' 'Real' 'Freedom and Equality'. An Individual can 'fully experience' Freedom and Equality; and its utterly ridiculous to replace 'that' with some quantifiable 'fiction' whose only merit seems to be that it can be 'counted'. Of course, 'Greed' then produces 'more and more of the same'. Isn't that similar to that old 'childish game', "my Dad can beat up your Dad", with "I have more 'Money than you Have', and we also have a Forbes List to keep track of whose on Top. An 'Economy' cannot drive a 'Polity'. Of course, every Polity needs an Economy, but it cannot drive 'Freedom and Equality'. In a Corporate Society, 'Real' Freedom and Equality goes out the Window; and the 'Society' is ruled 'Autocratically'; and the Real Individuals become "indebted' Individuals",( from, Maurizio Lazzarato, "The Making of the Indebted Man"); who owe their 'Soul' to the Company Store.( from an Old Song, in the 50's. I think.) The Individual becomes a 'Cipher' that can be 'counted', 'arranged' and 'manipulated' and 'Mapped' into a Social without 'Freedom and Equality'. The 'impulse' towards Freedom and Equality becomes 'suppressed', 'unrecognizable', and 'replaced' with a quantifiable 'Sum", unreachable by the 'Real' ordinary Human Being. Where are the real Statesmen?

If Democratic Government is established to "promote the general Welfare", it must distinguish between the 'Corporate Nature' and Human Nature.

If Democratic Government is established to Promote the General Welfare", it must distinguish between the 'Corporate nature' and Human Nature. Of course, it will be claimed that's what the Court has done in deciding that a Corporation is a 'Person' in 'contemplation of Law'. Certainly, 'Economic Persons' are important to an Economy that 'must be' 'Successful'. It allows for a consolidation of 'effort', of 'production' and of 'products' and at the same time, 'increases' the 'Size' of the 'economic person'. But, a 'Legal Fiction' is not 'Real' by any stretch of the imagination. Isn't it clear that a 'created Legal Entity', or 'Person' is a Total Fiction even if its called a 'Legal Fiction' that 'exists' only in 'contemplation of Law'. Slowly, but surely, the concept acquires a 'Patina of Reality'. Listen carefully; I'm not against the 'Corporate Nature'; the concept may be necessary, but I am against the continued 'elaboration' and 'creation' of 'Real Human Qualities' which transforms the fiction into the 'Real', e.g. Citizens United. That attitude can only be attributed to the fact that 'economic gain', or, 'Money and Profits', follows the increase of 'Productivity' and 'Size' of the 'Economic Monster'. Corporations are not Greedy, The Real Individuals behind the 'Corporate Veil' are the greedy ones. Of course, that's what creates the so-called 1%. It creates a tremendous 'imbalance' in the Economy. So, where does the economy serve the 'General Welfare'? The Economy is a 'Part' of a Democracy. First, distinguish the difference in the 'Motors' that 'move' each separate 'Entity'. Then understand that 'Government' governs the 'Economy' as well as the 'People'; Then understand that the People are 'Real' and the 'Corporate nature' is a 'Legal Fiction'; Then understand that if the Economy is Part of the Democracy, so is the 'Corporate Nature'; Hence, stop making the Corporate Nature so 'Real' that it becomes more important than a 'Real Human Being'. Corporations enable 'Greed' to 'hold hostage' a 'Medium of Exchange'. We need a more 'Balanced Economy' and less 'Party Loyalty' in the Supreme Court. Where are the 'Real States-persons'?

A Democratic Government that authorizes the creation of Legal Fictions must make the Fictions Democratic.

A Democratic Government that authorizes the creation of Legal Fictions ( Corporations) must create those fictions in a 'Democratic Form' and these Corporations must also 'act and live' democratically. All the 'Real People' at the 'Bottom' of a 'Democratic Form' of Government are expected to 'lead Lives' in a 'democratic manner' and according to 'Law'. The People must 'live' according to 'Principles of Freedom and Equality' and in accordance with Law. Since Law created the Legal Fiction, and since the Supreme court decided they were 'Persons' and were entitled to protection by the Constitution, they can also create a Fiction and require that that it live Democratically. Corporations are necessary to the economy. It allows the 'concentration' of economic activity and it gives them an incomparable 'economic Grasp'; and it allows them to achieve a 'tremendously huge Size'. No 'Real Person' in the Social can compete 'economically' with a Legal Fiction; nor can a Real Person 'Outlive' them. ( They can 'voluntarily dissolve' themselves and recreate themselves again under a different Name) No Real Human Being can do that. Real Democracy demands that they should lead democratic Lives also. They should be required to organize their 'functions', as 'Persons', in a manner that fits a more 'comprehensive description' of 'Democratic Economic Activity'. After all, a 'healthy economy' should benefit the 'whole Social' in a Democracy; and one reason there's a 1% is the increased 'economic Grasp' of the Corporation and the 'Individual Greed' that accompanies it. Of course, 'Real Individuals' are behind the 'incorporation process' and the Greed is a 'real Greed' by Real Individuals. Don't kid yourself, the 1% exists and they are Real Individuals and they are all 'Incorporated'. Now, be very careful, I'm not suggesting some 'Redistribution Scheme', I'm suggesting a 'Democratic scheme' where 'Legal Fictions' have more 'Democratic Duties' and where they are 'not allowed' to act and behave as 'Autocrats'. After all, they live in a 'Democracy'. If the Court is calling them 'Persons'; make them like 'Real Persons'. Allow them to 'live' as 'Real persons' do. Real Persons serve Democracy and the 'Common Good'; So should Corporations. Where are the Real Politicians?

A Big Problem with Democracy is that the 'Representatives' in the Offices at the Top come from the Bottom.

A Big problem with Democracy is that the 'Representatives' at the Top come from the Bottom. Of course, in a Peoples Government, the positions of 'Power' are filled from the 'Bottom'; truly a Government "of the People", "by the People" and "for the People". The problematic arises from the fact that the Individuals who wish to serve in that capacity sometimes are not qualified. Once an Individual ascends to the Positions of Power, he or she is considered a 'Public Servant'. A 'Public Servant' is considered a 'Servant of the People'; of 'all the people'. Meanwhile, the people at the Bottom have divided themselves into 'Democrats' and 'Republicans'. This division into Political Parties 'fractures' the 'public sphere' and also requires 'Party loyalty'. Being loyal to ones Party becomes an important factor in deciding 'how to Govern'; governing the 'Many' becomes governing by 'Republican' or 'Democratic' Ideology. Either Ideology could become a 'proper way' to Govern, i.e., either way 'could be' considered 'Democratic', in a Real sense. But, if Corporations, Business Entities, or CEO's get involved with 'Representative Government', they will not be able to Govern with 'Business Principles'. Why not? Simply, they all function with a different 'Motor'. Of course, Business, Corporations, CEO's, could function in the Political Sphere, if they wished. But, they must be 'qualified' to do so. Its not so easy to go from 'one Motor' to the 'Other'. If the two Principles are 'Mixed', the Government will 'Deconstruct'. The 'Political Entity' runs the danger of becoming a 'Business Entity'. The goal 'changes' from Governing a Democracy to 'running' a Business Entity, or, a Corporation. Where are the 'Real Politicians'?

'Real Democracy' is difficult. Why? Because some Real Individuals are too busy getting a 'Piece of the Pie'.

Real Democracy is difficult because it depends on the Real Individuals at the Bottom of the 'Three Branch arrangement' of Governing. Democratic Government is Triadic in Nature; the Top is the Executive; the bottom are the 'Many People' and the 'sides' of the Triangle are the 'adjudicators' of 'Constitutionality'. They are appointed to the Judicial Branch. The Division of Government into Three Branches seems to be a proper approach for acquiring a Democratic Result. So, what happened? Well, the People or the Individuals in the 'Condition of Togetherness' divided themselves up into 'Groups', or 'Political Parties', and began to view Politics in a so-called 'Conservative view' and a so-called 'liberal view'. Why is it that, if you have a 'roomful of Individuals', one of the first things they do is divide themselves into Groups or Political Parties. Well, we can always hope that if the 'Condition of Togetherness is 'democratic' in nature, that the divisions will still retain their 'democratic nature'. But, is that the case; are both 'Democrats' and 'Republicans' democratic? If so; then the 'means whereby' a Political Goal is 'achieved' might be 'different', but the 'End Result' would still be 'democratic'. Unfortunately, the Ship of State is not being driven by a 'Political engine'; its being driven by an 'Economic Engine', or by 'profits and Money', or by The 'Forbes List'; or by 'Corporate America'; or simply by the '1%'. Corporations, or Legal Fictions, are not real Human Beings, they're 'economic tools' or 'economic Fictions', but they are protected by 'Constitutional Law'. The Courts decision in 'Citizens United' even allows them to 'participate in politics'. A Three Branch Democracy cannot be driven with an Economic Engine. It must be driven with a Political Engine; a Democratic Engine wherein the 'Freedom and Equality' of each real individual is 'structured' and 'protected'. Today's Democracy is being driven by CEO's who, apparently, know nothing about Democracy. Our Democracy is De-Constructing at the Top. Usually, a 'Government' Deconstructs at the Bottom. But, today the very 'adhesive' that keeps a 'Democracy viable', Three Branch Government, is deconstructing at the Top. Where are the Real Politicians?

In a Real Democracy, Political Power emanates from the Bottom and Institutionalizes at the Top.

In a Real Democracy, Political Power 'emanates' from the 'Bottom' and 'Institutionalizes' at the Top. The Top becomes an Institution of Power; but only because the People have 'granted' it. The so-called 'Power' at the Bottom arise from the 'Uniqueness of the Human Condition' and because every Human Being, within any Nation, and regardless of Race, Color or Creed, should 'enjoy and express' his/her Freedom and Equality'. The human Condition cannot be 'changed'; She/He will always be an expression of 'Human Life'. Politics does not create Life, it only 'Governs' the 'Many People' at the Bottom of the 'Institution'. To the contrary, a Political System can always be changed or modified because it is a Political Institution established for the sole Purpose of 'Governing'. It has no other Purpose for existing. Every Democratic political System must employ 'political principles' that protects the Freedom and Equality of the 'Real Individual' that it Governs. The Top has Political Power but, only in a 'Representative Manner' and only for a short Period of Time. After their Time is Up, 'they' are like you and I, Politically Powerless. Of course, the 1% has 'influence', but never Power, and the 1% is the result of a Capitalistic form of Economics. Capitalism is driven by an entirely different 'Engine', Profits, Monies, and the 'Hoarding' of a Medium of Exchange. Of course, the Hoarding includes ownership of Commercial Properties that generate 'more profits' for the further 'Fattening' of the 1%. 'Greed' generates 'more Greed'; there's no stopping it. The only way to control this economic, 'lop-sided' condition is to 'require', by law, the 'Surreal Legal Fictions' to 'exist' and 'live' a more 'democratic Life'. If, Real Individuals are required to live democratically and within the parameters of Law, why can't the Corporations or Legal Fictions? Where are the Real Politicians?

The 'basic' tension between the One and the Many is the same as the Tension between a Government and its People.

The 'basic' tension between the 'One' and the 'Many' is the same as the tension between 'a Government' and 'its People'. Of course, there are Many different types of Governments, but the People are 'all' 'Human Beings' and they are all the 'Same'. Nevertheless, all the Forms of government 'exhibit' a 'Basic Relation' between the 'Top and the Bottom'. The Top is always the Institution of Power and the Bottom is always the Institution of 'the People'. The Top is 'Government', or 'Governors', the bottom is always the Governed. The Top is 'One', the Bottom is the 'Many'. The 'further elaboration' of that Basic Relation gives rise to the different 'forms' of the 'State' or the 'Nation' and the different forms of 'Governments' and to the different 'Disciplines of Governing' or simply,'Politics'. 'Kingdoms' didn't have that much of a 'Politics', nor do Autocracies. In those forms of Governing, 'People', 'in general', do not enter the 'equation of Governing'; people are 'tolerated', because they are not considered 'Free and Equal', or to put it differently, they 'don't have a say-so' in the Government to which they were born. In a Democracy the people are considered 'Free and Equal' and hence, they not only have a 'say-so' in Government, but they are the 'Very Source' of the 'attribution of Power' to the Institution of the 'Top of Government'. If there are 'No People' at the 'Bottom', there's 'no one' to Govern. In such a case, from where does the Top get its Power? The Divine Right of Kings claimed they got it from 'The Divinity'. That doesn't work any more. The Autocrat usually 'inherits' it, or gets it by 'force' but, if there are 'no People', who does he Rule? Is he still an 'Autocrat'? Is the 'bully' on Campus, still a Bully; if there is 'no Campus'? The issue I want to clarify is "from where does the 'Institution of Government' gets its Power to Govern? Of course, in a Democracy, the 'People' are the very source of the 'attribution of Power' to the 'Top'. That gives rise to an 'electoral Process' and that gives rise to a very 'important process'; Elections. 'Elections' is what gives rise to 'Politics'; the Art of Politics; Dirty Politics; 'Politically Correct'; Electoral Colleges; etc.; so you see, its not that simple and don't kid yourself, 'Democratic Elections' are not 'without problems', and every so-called 'Democratic election' is not a 'guarantee' that the 'Governing' will be 'Democratic'. No wonder People say, "never discuss Politics while your eating". Where are the real Politicians?

Why do Economists and Capitalists want to become Politicians?

Why do Economists and Capitalists want to become Politicians? Well, there's probably lots of reasons, but the main reason is that they already have lots of Money but they do not have 'Power'. They 'crave' being on the Forbes List, and they own lots of 'Big Buildings', but they do not have Political Power. Some are 'famous', 'respected', some even have 'influence' but, in reality they have no Political Power. Police Officers have more power than 'being Rich' has. I recently read a phrase that went, "We need more Economic Democracy". Well, doesn't That sound like an oxymoron? A Democracy is driven by Freedom and Equality and Capitalism is driven by Profits and Money. Capitalism can not be driven with 'freedom and Equality', try it!; and Democracy can not be driven with 'Profits and Money'; I was going to write, try it!, but unfortunately, we are in the midst of "Government by CEOs". Not only has 'Capitalism' taken over the 'reins of Government' but, they have also created 'artificial economic entities' called "Corporations" ( the Law calls them Legal Fictions) that are also considered 'Real Persons', like you and I, and that can 'contribute' to political campaigns ( Citizens United) and which have a huge 'economic grasp'. These new so-called 'Persons', or, 'Human Beings are protected by the Constitution. But, isn't that a little bit like Alice in Wonderland? I mean, they don't really exist, yet, they have a huge 'influence' in our Economy and Society. Power? No!, influence, and it can be said that even a Legal Fiction does not have Power, it only has influence; lots of influence. We have misplaced the 'Clear Distinction' between 'Democracy' and 'Economics','Capitalism', and 'Money'. Could that be the reason that the 1% has infiltrated the Political World? 'Politics' is about the Top of the Institution of Power; in a Democracy, it can only be driven by 'Freedom and Equality', and that is the 'only source of Power' in the World; the 'Top of Government'. Is it possible that the 1%, realizing that they 'do not have Power', now want to go into 'Politics' to 'acquire Power'? Well, I guess we can say that, because the Top of Government is 'replete with CEOs'. The problem now, that becomes more clear everyday, is that now, that they're driving the Ship of State, they don't know what to do! They have the 'wrong Motor'! Where are the Real Politicians? There has to be someone 'out there' that can stop thinking about 'making more Money'; and that has the 'Political Knowledge' to drive the 'Ship of State'. Political Knowledge and Capitalistic Knowledge are not the same and they have different motors. Those Motors must be kept separate; and they must be used 'properly'. We need Real Leaders.

A 'Form" of Government 'Resolves' and 'Institutionalizes' the ancient dilemma of the One and the Many.

A Form of Government Resolves and Institutionalizes the ancient dilemma of the One and the Many. The One is the Top of the institution and the Bottom is the Many or the Bottom of the Institution. The Top is Power and the Bottom is the 'Many People' at the Bottom of Government. A Form of Government is a structure of Power. Of course, 'Governments' take many Forms; from Kingdoms, Autocracies, Oligarchies, Plutocracies, Democracy; Tribes and even Families. Of course, it can also be said that Family and even Tribes are not about Power, but nevertheless, its about a 'structure' or 'Form' of 'Governance'; or, 'How to get along with each 'Other'. The Institution of Government is for the 'sole purpose' of Governing. We would not have an Institution of Government, if it were not for the so-called dilemma of the One and the Many, 'recognized' in ancient times. Why should 'One' subject the 'Many' to a Form of Government? Stated differently, why should a 'Free' and 'Equal' human Being, exactly as the Guy next to you, need a Government or 'require Governing'? Of course, if 'Human Interactions' were Ideal, we would not require Governing. It should be obvious that the 'Many' different States, Nations, Countries, do not see 'eye to eye'. Its worse than that; the Many People in any One Nation do not see 'eye to eye'. So, if we cannot 'hold together' as 'Nations' ( Internationally) how are we going to hold together as a 'People'? (Nationally). Or, vice-versa. Of course, the source of the 'Real Dilemma' in the International sphere, as well, as the National sphere, is the Real Individual. All Nations require Economies and Capitalism is not a bad Form of an Economy. But Capitalism would not assume the Form it has taken, if it were not for a 'Medium of Exchange'. That Medium is Money, and Money is a 'quantification of value'. The Problem of the One and the Many is 'transferred' to the 'Economy' and the 'Greedy pursuit' of a 'Quantified form' of the 'Medium of exchange'; Money. Today, Money Governs. The 1% governs. The issue now becomes, how much Money do you have, or, where are you on the Forbes List? Do you have enough Money to 'live', is their such a thing as 'Homeless', as 'Hungry'. How can such 'conditions' exist in a Wealthy Nation? Its Simple. The Top of Government is being 'Run' by CEO's who are so preoccupied with the Economy, that the 'Top of Government' is 'not Governing'. A CEO mentality cannot Govern a Democracy. We need Real States-Persons; Real Politicians. The Top of Democratic Government is de-constructing. Where are the Real Politicians?

A Democratic government is not a Business.

A Democratic Government is not a Business; its a Political Institution established for the 'sole purpose' of Governing. A Political Institution has a 'political Form' and that form is 'described' in the Constitution. A Democratic form of Government is a Government "of the People"; "by the People"; and "for the People". In other words, Democratic Government is 'Representative Government'. There is no other 'reason' for the existence of a Democratic government. If there were 'no Peoples', their is no need for a 'Democratic Government'. Whereas, a Business Entity is established for the sole purpose of making Profits; lots of Profits. The Business Corporation is 'created' by Law for the purpose of consolidating Profits and increasing the 'economic grasp' of the corporate structure. That's why they are considered as 'Persons' and are protected by Constitutional Law. Of course, the Law also considers them as 'Legal Fictions' and are deemed 'existent' only in 'contemplation of Law', and incidentally, can exist 'perpetually'. Is it any wonder that no 'Real Individual' can 'compete' with them, nor can Real Individuals 'exist perpetually'. Now listen very carefully; an Economy needs business corporations to amass great Profits; however a Democracy does not need the 1%. Consequently; a Corporate CEO has no business in Politics. A CEO thinks in economic terms only and has no Political knowledge. There might be an exception to this last statement, but its unlikely that a Millionaire or Billionaire is also a 'Good Statesman'. We've had a few, but you can count them on the fingers of one hand( and you won't need all your fingers). How sad, a Government more concerned with 'shuffling Money'; destroying existing 'Economic Programs'; increasing Corporate Profits; reducing Corporate Taxes, is 'not concerned' with the 'General Welfare' of its People. That's the kind of 'business thinking', or 'CEO thinking' that leads to Oligarchy; Plutocracy; or the 'fattening' of the 1%. Where are the Real Statesmen?