In a Democracy, the 'Top' must be 'Politically' and 'Morally' qualified.

In a Democracy, the 'Top' must be 'Politically' and 'Morally' qualified. Of course, that applies to any 'Form' of Government. The Top of a Political Entity is always the 'Driver' of the 'Entity'. As Driver, the 'Leader' should posses the 'Political knowledge' to 'drive' the 'Ship of State' and should also show 'some concern' for its 'People'. Of course, 'the Peoples' or 'Subjects' are all 'Human Beings'. All Human Beings are the 'Same' and deserve some 'concern' from the Top, regardless its 'Form of Government'. The reason for that is that a 'Form of Government' is a 'Man-made' Institution'. The 'Human Condition' is not 'Man-made'. Of course, some will think that's naive; how can a 'Dictatorship' be concerned with 'its People'? I'm suggesting 'some concern', not a 'complete change' in the 'Form of Government'. After all, weren't some 'Kings' more 'humane' than 'Others'? Are some 'Dictators' more 'humanitarian' than Others? I'm not trying to draw a 'new Line' between 'Form of Government' and 'degrees' of Morality. The fact remains, a 'human being' will always be a 'human being' and every 'Leader' who serves in 'Office' is a Human Being. In a Democracy, the Top is always expected to be 'Politically qualified' and also 'Morally Qualified'. But, lately, has 'Morality' been separated from Democratic Politics? Recently, a Supreme Court Appointee was accused of 'very violent sexual behavior' in a 'Hearing' before the 'Judiciary Committee'. Of course, a Committee, is not qualified to 'try an accusation' like that. That requires a 'Jury Trial' in a 'Proper Court'. Yet, the Committee, after a 'squabble' with the 'Opposing Party', and accusations of 'Political Party Sabotage', went on an approved the Appointment. Now, we have, on the Highest Court in the Land, a 'Tainted' Justice. The Truth is no one is qualified to judge the Justice. So why did a 'Vote' based on 'Party Loyalty' 'settle' the issue and advanced him to the Highest Court in the Land? What happens to 'Objectivity'? In a Democracy, 'Objectivity' is necessary in the Highest Court in the Land. Many, Many, years ago, the 'Bottom of Democracy' split into 'Political Parties'. So now, instead of trying to achieve 'Judicial Objectivity' in 'Constitutional Adjudication', we 'stack' the 'Courts' with 'Party Preferences' in 'Constitutional Interpretation'. Isn't it time we improve the 'selection process' of the Highest Court in the Land? Where are the Real Politicians?

Governing is not a simple matter; its a complex factor.

'Governing' is not a simple matter; its a complex factor. Of course, there are 'different forms' of Government; hence, different 'forms' of Governing. An Autocratic Government is not about to be told 'how it should' Govern. One would think, that a certain 'Political Mono-Idealism' 'should' give Autocracies a certain 'stability', which is not present in 'Democracies'. Of course, the stability is at the Top, not the Bottom. Also, consider the 'Moral' or 'Ethical Values' of the Dictator? After all, its all up to Him/Her. Well, isn't it just as difficult to 'arrange' and 're-arrange' a 'Political Entity' in a proper 'Ideological Manner', as it is for an 'Individual', at the Top, to change 'Himself/herself' to fit into the proper 'Moral Stature' to 'Govern' an 'Autocracy', or, even a 'Democracy'? Doesn't 'Governing' require a certain 'Selflessness' and 'Aloofness' to be able to 'relate' to "Huge Groups of Peoples' and to 'Established Institutions. After all, being at the 'Top' of any 'form of Government' requires, both, an 'Ideological Stance' as well as a 'Moral Stance'. Every 'Human Being' at the 'Top' has a 'Political Ideology' and a 'Morality', or 'Personality'. It seems more likely that a 'Top' can change the 'Ideology' easier than His/ Her Personality. 'Manipulating Others' is always 'easier' than 'Manipulating Oneself'. Hence, we must be careful whom we place in 'Political Office'. That's one of the reasons why a 'CEO' or 'Business Mentality' should not be in an 'Office' of 'Political Power'. All, if not, 'most' of the changes we can expect will relate to 'Profits', and 'Economic Moves'. And heaven knows, 'economic changes' are necessary, but not just changes that benefit the 'Legal Fictions' and the 'Rich'. What happens to 'Freedom and Equality'? They go out the Political Window. A 'Real Politician' should have 'Real Values', both 'Political' and 'Moral'. Where are the Real Politicians?

All Nations have a Judicial System.

All Nations have a Judicial System. Of course, not all Nations are Democratic and hence their Judicial System 'reflects' their Political Orientation. A 'Democracy' usually has a 'Constitution' and the 'Constitution' is either 'Written' or 'Unwritten'. We have a 'Written Constitution' and a hierarchy of Courts that extends from the City level up to the National Level. The Highest Court in the land is the Supreme Court of the United States; it decides what is 'Constitutional' and what is 'Unconstitutional'. It is, or should be , the 'Pinnacle of Political Objectivity'. But, is it Objective? The 'Peoples at the Bottom', a long time ago, divided into 'Democrats' and 'Republicans'? At present, and with the latest addition of a new Justice, the Court is Conservative, as opposed to Liberal, or, in different words, Republican. The Judiciary Committee examines the qualifications of the appointees and inquires into His/Her 'Objectivity' in 'Interpretive Practices'. Will the Justice follow Party ideology or The Constitution. Of course, they always say they will follow the 'Constitution'. The question becomes, will a Decision be the same if it is 'decided' or 'written' by a Democrat or a Republican? Will Party Loyalty or 'preferences' 'lean' a decision towards 'Party Ideology' as opposed to some sort of 'Objective Reasoning' solely with the 'Terms of the Constitution'? The Constitution 'constitutes us'. Is Objectivity possible in a Nation 'cleaved' by Party Ideology? Can a Justice be so conscious of his/her 'thinking processes' that 'S/He' will not 'factor-in' the 'Ideological Preferences' of the Political Party that appointed him/her to the Highest court in the Land? What about His/ Her 'Moral Character'? More of that later. Where are the Real Politicians?

A 'Business' or 'Corporate Mentality' cannot Govern a Democracy.

A Business or Corporate mentality cannot Govern a Democracy. The reason for that is that the Motor of a successful Business or successful Corporation is Profits and Size. Neither can succeed without the 'proper Motor'. Of course, a Democracy cannot be successful without Freedom and Equality of the Individual. The difference between a Business Entity and a Political Entity must be continually emphasized. Of course, one of the major distinctions between the Two is that a Business and a Corporation must both make Profits and the manner of functioning of the Top is more closely related to an 'Autocratic Form of Government', whereas, a Democracy cannot function without 'Freedom and Equality of 'all' the Real Individuals at the Bottom. A Democracy must organize its 'Social' and 'Economy' along lines of the Freedom and Equality of the Individuals at the Bottom. But, a Corporation is not 'connected' with the 'Peoples at the Bottom'. They are 'disconnected' and considered as 'potential customers' and hence, also subject to the 'maleficent influence' of 'Advertising Campaigns'. Even the Employees or Managers of the Corporation are considered as 'helpers' in the creation of 'Profits'. Their function is to 'work' for the Corporation and 'often', at a 'wage' intentionally established to 'generate' a profit. The 'Freedom and Equality' of their 'workforce', and in some cases, the fair compensation for their Labor, is completely out of the picture. Democratic Government is even required to pass Laws governing 'Minimum Wages', to avoid abuses. In a Democracy the Bottom should always be part of the Top and the Top should always be part of the Bottom and the whole purpose of Government is to 'govern' the 'Bottom' with 'Freedom and Equality'. Now, place a CEO, or Business oriented Individual to drive the Ship of State and what do you get?... A Governmental Entity driven with 'Economic Principles', hence emphasizing some 'economic changes', but driving 'Freedom and Equality' out the 'Window'. The end result is a 'Political Entity' that's 'part Autocratic'( Dictatorial), 'part Plutocratic'( Rich), and 'part Oligarchic'( select Few). Where are the Real Politicians?

In a Democracy, the Peoples at the Bottom are of the 'utmost Importance'.

In a Democracy the 'Peoples at the Bottom' are of the 'utmost importance'. In any Political Entity, the 'People' are the 'Governed' and the Political Entity is there 'only' to Govern. Of course, its at 'that point' that the different 'Political Entities can be 'distinguished'. How and by what means does it 'Govern' and what are the 'practical', 'everyday characteristics' of the 'Governing process', on the 'Peoples' that it Governs. In Autocracies, Plutocracies, and Oligarchies, the 'Peoples at the Bottom' lead a 'more or less' tolerable existence. Their 'participation' and 'say-so' is not that important. However, in a 'Democracy' the importance of the 'knowledge', 'insights', and 'sensitivity' to the 'manner of Governing' becomes very important. Why? Because, they are the 'Governed' and the 'Government' is established to be a 'Strong Government' and it does that by promoting their 'Freedom and Equality'. The importance of Democratic Government is not the 'lesser' because its 'sole purpose' for existing is to 'Govern Democratically', which means to organize the 'Social' and the 'Economy' and to 'promote the Freedom and Equality' of 'all' the 'Real Individuals' at the Bottom. 'Democracy' is 'very strong' because it has the 'support' and 'participation' of the 'Real Individuals' at the 'Bottom'. In a Democracy, the 'Peoples' are as 'important' as the 'Political Entity'. In an Autocracy, or similar Forms, the Power at the Top is 'Independent' from the 'Peoples at the Bottom'. Hence, the Peoples are not 'that important' and hence 'not the focus' of the 'Governing Power'. An 'Autocracy' is also a strong 'Form of Government', but 'all its strength' is at the 'Top' and not at the 'Bottom'. A 'Democracy serves' the 'Bottom' and the 'Bottom' 'serves' the 'Top', when necessary, and 'Protects it'. Democracies cannot be 'separated' from its 'Peoples at the Bottom'. That's why, the 'attitudes' of the 'Individuals' at the Bottom is 'as important' as the 'attitudes' of the 'Office Holders', or Government, towards the Bottom. 'Democracy' must work with its 'Peoples', as the 'Peoples' at the 'Bottom', must work with their 'Democratic Government'. Where are the 'Real Politicians'?

In a Democracy , 'Revolutions' at the 'Top' are 'Electoral Revolutions'.

In a Democracy, 'Revolutions' at the 'Top' are 'Electoral Revolutions'. The reason for that is that the Top has been 'elected' by the 'Bottom' and has undergone 'Political Scrutiny' by all the 'Peoples' at the 'Bottom'. In a Democracy, the 'People' elect the Top and place him/her in 'Office' at the Top. So long as the Bottom is 'alert' and 'cognizant' of 'subtle changes' in the 'manner' of Governing, the peoples at the Bottom still have 'control'. They never lose 'control'. That 'control' is 'always' at the 'Bottom'. Its called, the 'Power of Election'. Although that 'Power' doesn't come along on a daily basis, at least it comes along every 'Four' years. But, the electorate must remain alert to 'subtle changes' in the 'Social' and the manner of 'Governing'. In an Autocracy, the 'whole process' is different. We have to ask, how did the 'Autocrat', in the first place, get the 'Office' at the Top? Was it 'Force', 'Trickery', 'Familial', Inherited like in the 'Divine Right of Kings', or 'Oligarchic'. Whatever the process, if it was not a 'proper election' held by the 'Peoples' at the Bottom the end result was not 'Democratic'. In an Autocracy, all the 'Power' is at the Top hence, the Top can change whenever it wants but, 'unlikely' because of the 'seductive embrace' of Power. In an Autocracy, the 'Top' usually changes the 'Top'. In a Democracy, 'Power' is 'always' at the 'Bottom' and is 'funneled' to the 'Representatives' at the Top, who 'only Represent' the Peoples at the Bottom by holding 'proper elections' every 'four years'. In a Democracy, the 'Bottom' changes the 'Top'. In an Autocracy, Plutocracy or Oligarchy all Power is in the hands of the 'One', or the 'Select Few'. In a Democracy, 'all' the Peoples at the Bottom hold the Power. Hence, in a Democracy, if we are talking about 'Revolutions', we are talking about 'Electoral Revolutions'. Hence, in a Democracy, the Peoples must be aware of the 'subtle changes' in the exercise of Power. Is the Top using 'Business Principles', 'Autocratic Principles', 'Plutocratic Principles', or 'Oligarchic Principles', to Govern? If so, its time for an 'Electoral Revolution'.

In a Democracy, 'Power to Govern' means Government must use 'Democratic Political Principles' to Govern.

In a Democracy, 'Power to Govern' means 'Government must use 'Democratic Political Principles' to 'Govern'. Of course, 'To Govern' means that the Top must 'Govern' the 'Social' or the 'Bottom' where all the 'Peoples' and the 'social Institutions' are situated. A Democracy cannot use Autocratic Principles, Plutocratic Principles, or Oligarchic Principles to Govern the Social. Well, some will say, that is obvious. Yes, that is obvious, because we live in a Democracy. But, consider the fact that behind every 'Political Office' there is a definite 'Personality' or 'Persona' who holds the 'Office'. I know that 'Persona' or 'Personality' is still somewhat vague. But, every Candidate who 'aspires to Govern' or 'purports to Govern' must be 'very familiar' with 'Democratic Political Principles' to 'feel' the 'urge' to 'Represent' all the 'Real Individuals' in the Social and to respect and Protect their 'Individual Freedom and Equality'. The Constitution begins with "We the People..." and applies to the 'Real People' in that phrase and not to 'invented Persons' who are actually considered as "Legal Fictions" and who only exist "in contemplation of Law". The point is that Corporations are 'Economic Entities' and are already protected by Law and do not need further protections, since they cannot go to Jail, nor Vote, nor 'go hungry', nor 'get sick' and they should not be able to 'participate', by contributing to 'Political Campaigns'. An Economic Entity is part of the Economy but, it is considered by Law as a Legal Fiction that exists only in contemplation of Law. Hence it cannot have the same 'Rights' that a 'Real Individual' enjoys in a Democracy. Its one thing to protect an 'economic entity' and 'another' to turn it into a 'Person'. That's why, in a democracy, the Office Holder, especially in the 'Highest Office in the Land' should be familiar with Democratic Principles. A CEO, an Economist, or a Businessman, is steeped in 'Profit making ventures' and is familiar with economic Principles. Hence, all his changes could well relate to the 'Economy' and not to the 'Freedom and Equality' of the 'Real Individual'. Democracies must be very careful who they choose to 'drive' the 'Ship of State', its very easy to 'slide, unknowingly', into 'Plutocracy', 'Oligarchy', or even 'Autocracy'. One 'incremental change', at a time, could 'add up' to 'Plutocracy' or 'Oligarchy'. Where are the 'Real Politicians'?

In a Democracy, Power to Govern is 'Granted' by the 'Peoples' at the Bottom.

In a Democracy, 'Power to Govern' is Granted to a 'Representative' by the 'Peoples' at the Bottom. All Governments have Power at the Top. In other words, in a Democracy, if the 'Peoples' at the Bottom do not 'grant' that Power, the Top has 'no Power' to 'Govern'. Stated differently, no 'Human Being' or 'Individual' has a Right to just walk into the 'Top' and assume the 'Right' to be a 'Representative of the Bottom'. 'Representatives' 'run' for Office and the 'electorate' votes. Once in Office the 'Representative' has 'Power of Office', but only for the duration. Then the 'cycle' repeats itself. Its not a perfect system, because all Human Beings are 'different', and no 'one Individual' is 'Perfect'. But, certainly an Office Holder understands that if S/He does not 'exercise' the Power of Office in some 'tolerable manner', S/He will not be 'Returned to Office'. 'Individuals' can also 'discipline themselves' to accomplish 'some Political Goal'. Hence, the importance of the Voting System. But, our Democracy must also contend with the 'Electoral College', a 'Process' that is neither a 'Place' nor a 'College'. When a 'Candidate' for Office receives 'Millions of Popular Votes' more that the 'Other Candidate', and the 'Other candidate' wins the Election, something is wrong with the 'System'. It must be changed. It must be changed in a manner that the 'results' reflect the 'Popular Vote' and not the 'Electoral College' Vote. Hey, all the 'qualified Voters' at the Bottom are 'allowed to cast a popular vote' and even 'encouraged' to vote, and millions are spend by Candidates to get the Vote out, so why don't the 'end- results' reflect the 'Popular Vote'? Its not the Vote that is problematic, its the System. 'Voting' must be made more meaningful. So, Democracy must make 'some changes'. How about Autocracy? No problem, The Ruler 'rules'. Plutocracy? No problem, The Rich Rule; Oligarchy? No problem, The 'select few' Rule. In the latter cases, its not so much the 'Vote' as the System of Government. That's another Story.

Government is 'Essential' but, what kind of Government?

Government is 'Essential' but, what kind of Government? The 'basic reason' for Government is the huge amount of Population in the World. As I've stated earlier, all one has to do is conduct a 'Thought Experiment', to wit; 'One sole, Individual living on an Island all by Him/Her-Self, does not need 'Government'. Why not? Because there's no 'Natural' need for it, and because its a 'Human Institution' established by the different 'Peoples' in the World. Humans may be born within an established 'Political Entity', but even that, is not a 'personal choice'. No one 'being born' has made such a 'choice'. Yet, all Human Beings need Government. Well, what kind of Government? Well, fortunately or unfortunately, everyone is born into an already existing Government; a Democracy, an Autocracy, a Plutocracy, or an Oligarchy and I'm sure there are other 'Smaller forms', even 'Tribes', or 'Families' established by 'smaller numbers' of Human Beings. Every 'Political Entity' and Smaller Forms of 'Government' has a 'History' and a study of that History can tell you how their 'particular Form' of Government came about. In the World today, 'Governments' are well-established, and some are members of the 'United Nations'. Of course, each 'Government' has 'Power at the Top' and 'People at the Bottom'. The Power at the Top must be 'respected' but, so must the 'People' at the 'Bottom'. After all, it was 'People' who established 'Governments' of all kinds. Hence, it appears that all Governments must acknowledge their purpose as being a 'Government of their People', hence, all Governments should be 'Representative' i.e. Governments of all 'stripes', should 'Represent' or 'Serve' the 'Peoples' under their care. But, you cannot tell an Autocracy that; nor a Plutocracy; nor an Oligarchy; and sometimes, not even a Democracy, because Democrats have become too 'Politically Correct'. The 'Politically Correct' can 'speak' the language of Democracy but their 'Words' and 'Talk' is 'empty and vacuous'. They're insincere. Hence, what is needed are 'Sincere Politicians' who actually serve the 'Peoples at the Bottom'. I understand that 'Political Science' is not a 'Science', but shouldn't it be 'less' a "Power Grab", and 'more' a 'Public Service'. Where are the Real Politicians?

'Revolutions' at the 'Top' are Ideological.

Revolutions at the Top are Ideological. In a Democracy, they involve the very essence of Democracy. The problematic is that the Bottom is already divided into Two Parties and never shall the twain meet. In such cases, the end result will probably be a 'weakening' of Democracy. If Democratic government is a Government "of the People", "by the People", and "for the People", the tensions in the Ideological dispute will create a rift among the Individuals at the 'Top' as well as at the 'Bottom'. The 'Top' should know and should resolve such disputes in favor of the 'People' at the Bottom and not in accordance with 'either Ideology'. But, how is that to happen in a Supreme Court that is also 'Ideological' in Nature. Where is the 'Objectivity' and what happens to the 'People'. The best way is simply not to be too 'Party Loyal' with Majority/Minority 'leverages' in the formations of the Committees, and most important, in the formation of the Supreme Court. If the Committee or Court Majority belong to one Party and the Minority belongs to another, the arguments will 'hold' along 'Ideological lines'. But, in a Democracy its always about the 'People' and not about the 'Party' and the different 'Ideologies'. A Judge in the highest Court of the Land should be a 'Peoples Judge' and not an 'Ideological Judge'. Parties may be 'acceptable', but 'Democracy' is 'essential'. Democracy is about the 'People', not about 'Ideologies' or 'Party Loyalty'. So, how is this to be implemented? Well, it may also be a little too 'simplistic' to say 'forget the Ideology' and 'remember the People', but that is the 'essence of Democracy'. Although its never about 'complete forgetting' the Ideology, but its always about 'being Human' and no 'Human Being' should 'forget' His or Her 'Humanity'. When a 'Representative' or 'Office Holder' forgets his or her Humanity, Democracy is 'never served'. When the Top of a Political Entity is compelled to 'act' from 'Party Loyalty', humanity is 'attenuated'. When the Highest Court in the Land 'decides' from Party Loyalty, 'Humanity' goes out the window. Although Party affiliations are 'normal', there is 'no need' to give up our 'Humanity'. There comes a time when our 'Party affiliations' should be 'Weaker' than our 'Humanity'. We are always 'Human' First, 'Ideologues' Second. Where are the 'Real Politicians'?

Political activity is different from Economic activity. Each must occupy their respective Place within a Polity.

Political activity is different from economic activity. Both are essential aspects of a Political Entity. Yet, a political entity must be governed with Political Principles and an Economy must be 'governed' or 'controlled' with 'economic principles'. The two activities are different and they each are essential to the Integrity of their 'proper Object'. Its 'Object' is dependent on the 'unique function' of the Two Different Motors that propels the Activity. Nevertheless, the two cannot become 'mixed'. It takes a well disciplined Politician to occupy Political Office and Govern a Political Entity and its multiplicity of 'aspects'. The biggest problem is the 'mixing' of Political Principles and Economic Principles. An Economy is vital to every Polity, but great care must be taken not to inextricably mix the two. Look, its one thing for a political entity to have a successful,fully functional, Economy; its another for the Polity to attempt to 'Govern' using Economic Principles. The ultimate goal of any economy is to be 'successful' and generate many 'Profits'. But, that is not the 'sole goal' of a Political Entity. When a Political Entity gets 'enmeshed' with 'economic principles', it can very easily transform into an 'Autocracy', or a 'Plutocracy', or even an 'Oligarchy'. Most Democracies will be oblivious of the transition because of the 'important part' that 'economic Principles' and the economy play in the 'daily routine'. Economic Principles cannot 'Govern' a Democracy; only Political Principles can be used to 'Govern' in a 'Democracy'. But the 'undetectable slippage' will not be perceived until its too late. This phenomena can cause revolts or Revolutions in a Polity that is accustomed to Democratic Government. In such cases, its 'Real Individuals' that must come 'to the Fore' against Autocratic Rule, Plutocratic Rule, and Oligarchic Rule or just simply against 'Rule by the Economy'. As important as an Economy has become, it cannot 'Govern'. Where are the Real Politicians?

Most Revolutions begin at the Bottom; but, today we are witnessing a Revolution at the Top.

Most revolutions begin at the Bottom; but 'Today' we are witnessing a 'Revolution at the Top'; the 'Seat of Power'. The Top is unraveling. One has to ask, how did this happen? Obviously, the Top is not a Centralized Seat of Power. When the Top or the Highest office of Power cannot control the other People in Offices of Power, although of the same Party, it becomes evident that the Top is not doing its Job. That, is somewhat unheard of, but at the same time it becomes evident that the Occupant of the Highest Office is not qualified to occupy the office. That is also, somewhat unheard of, but it demonstrates that a 'Business mentality', without Political Principles, cannot hold a Political Office. We must ask, how did that happen. A 'Non-Politician', whether a Billionaire, or a CEO cannot Govern a Political Entity. Of course, one of the Problems that arises in a Democracy is that the 'Bottom' has already 'split' into opposing Parties. That further 'muddies the water' because the People cannot be 'One'. The result will be that some 'Members of the Party' or, the Top will still support the 'Office' and are hoping for the best. But, it can only get worse. When the 'source' of Power fractures, or becomes diffused, it becomes 'attenuated' and lacks 'Force', 'stability', 'Integrity', or simply, Power. An 'unconsolidated Top' is Confusion. One can already begin to 'see' the 'consequences' on the 'National Sphere' as well as the 'International Sphere'. But, a Democracy has a built-in Structure to resolve that kind of Issue. If something renders the Highest Office dis-functional, there is always an Elected Official to take His or Her Place. Fortunately, or Unfortunately, one will begin to 'see' the 'revolutionary spirit' 'sift' from the 'Top' to the 'Bottom'. What can one expect at the Bottom; a continuation of the Revolution, or possibly a re-evaluation of some kind of 'standards' for Political Office? 'Politics' requires 'Political Knowledge'; 'Democratic Politics' requires 'Political knowledge' of 'Democracy'. But wait, it also requires 'selfless service' to a Democratic Nation. Where are the Real Politicians?

All Political Entities have Political Power; but, we must ask, from where do they get the Power?

All political Entities have Political Power at the 'Top'; but we must ask, from where do they get their Power? A Democracy gets it from the People at the Bottom. An Autocracy or any Other Type of Government, whether Autocratic or some blend of Autocratic, has power at the Top also. All Governments or Nations have Power at the Top. The Question as to from where do they get the Power probably has many Unique Answers. There are some 'apparent' or 'Known' answers. For Example; the Divine Right of Kings, a historical and well known Form of Government, received its 'Authority' to Govern from the 'Divinity'. The King was said to have 'Two Bodies'; the Divine Body and the Natural body. Of course, that doesn't work any more. As for other forms of Power, it doesn't make much difference. The Top Rules and that's it. Notice, the Top in Autocratic Forms, 'Rule', they don't 'Govern'. The Democratic form does not 'Rule', it Governs, and it must 'Govern' because its 'Nature' is a 'Representative Form of Government'. So what are the characteristics of a 'Representative Form' of Government. Well, no one in 'Office' is in 'Office' for 'Himself' or 'Herself'. 'He' or 'She' is there to 'Represent' someone 'else'. The 'Office' and the 'Representative' represents the 'People at the 'Bottom' and then, only for a short period of Time. A 'Rare Quality' of 'Selflessness' and 'Great Knowledge' of the 'Democratic process' is required. Notice how 'Ex-Representatives' appear as 'Helpless' and 'Powerless' as You and I. In a Democracy 'Service to your Nation' is a 'Sacrifice'; not a 'Personal Quest' for 'Personal Power'. Its not about self-aggrandizement, its a 'Service' in Political Office; and for that 'We The People' are Eternally Grateful. So, what happens at the 'Bottom of a Democracy', before the formation of the 'Democratic Government', or, one can say, before the Constitution that 'constitutes us' is 'written'? Well, the 'People' 'split' and 'form' Political Parties and 'Politics is Born'. God help us. Where are the Real Politicians?

How does a Political Entity acquire control over an Economy?

How does a Political entity acquire Control over its Economy? In other words, how does a Democracy acquire Control over Capitalism? The word 'Control' is not a very good term. It implies some kind of 'Power' to give 'direction' to 'Economic Activity'. That's not 'possible'; its not 'permissible' in a Democracy. Economic Activity is a 'pure' Corporate activity, but so is Democratic Activity. Hence, the Two activities are Autonomous. Democracy can 'allow' the passage of Laws to 'create' Corporations and to give some sort of 'direction' to Corporate activity. It does this by passage of 'Articles of Incorporation' and establishing 'Corporate Law'. Hence the 'Business Entity' exists within the 'Social' of the Political Entity. Of course, the Law considers the 'Corporate Nature' as a 'Person' in 'Contemplation of Law' within the protection of the 'Constitution'. Hence its 'Person-ality' is considered as a 'Legal Fiction'. Of course, a Fiction is a Fiction, no matter how you 'wrap' it. A Democratic Political Entity is a 'Real Entity' 'constituted' by the Real 'People' it purports to Govern. Hence, its a 'Written Constitution' and any Human Being can read it; study it; and acquire 'knowledge' of 'Constitutional' Law and 'Democratic activity'. The Highest Court in the Land chose to protect the 'Nature' of the 'Corporate Fiction', but it did not give it any 'control' or 'Power' 'over' the 'Political Entity' that Governs the 'Social' in the 'Nation'. Hence, most CEO's are very knowledgeable about 'Capitalism' or 'Business Principles' which 'motor' a Business Entity. But, that does not mean they have knowledge of the 'kind of thinking' that can 'motor' a Democracy: that requires 'Democratic Political Thinking'. Hence, a Political Entity cannot control its Economy but it can require knowledge of democratic Political Activity that allows its Economy to function within a Democratic Social. It can require that all Candidates for Higher Office, be qualified to 'Motor' a Political Entity. Sure, anyone can Run, but why Run if your only interested in 'Economic Activity' and not 'Democratic Activity; or why Run if your qualifications are only 'having lots of Money'? We need 'Real Politicians'; and, 'Political Knowledge' of Democracy should be a 'requirement' for 'eligibility'. If Candidates do not have knowledge of Democracy, they should not be allowed to Run. We do not need 'CEO's' at the 'Political Helm'; nor Dictatorial Principles; nor 'Politically Correct' Politicians; we need 'Real Politicians'. Where are the Real Politicians?

Every 'Political Entity' needs an 'Economy', but not every 'Economy' needs a 'Political Entity'.

Every 'Political Entity' needs an 'Economy', but not every 'Economy' needs a 'Political Entity'. An 'established' Political Entity needs to perpetuate its 'existence' and hence is required to provide for its 'Needs'. One of those 'Needs' is to 'provide' for the 'daily subsistence' of its 'Members' and 'Social Institutions'. Hence, it becomes necessary for the 'Individuals', in the Social, to form Institutions that furnish, create, make, and produce these 'Needs'. The end-result is an 'Economy'. That Economy can take many Forms. Capitalism is an important form. But, not every Economy needs a Government. Capitalism functions because of 'Capital' and 'Profits' and Capital is 'Monies and Properties'. It sustains itself by Profits and without Profits it will crumble. Individuals apply to the Government and the Government issues a Charter and that Charter creates a 'Business Corporations'. The Reverse is not possible. In other words a Corporation or an Economy do not create a Government, its a Government that allows the 'creation' of a Corporation and the corporation 'functions' within the Governments 'Social' which becomes Institutionalized as an 'Economy'. An Economy cannot 'Institutionalize' a Government. 'If' an Economy were to Institutionalize a Government, the Government would have to be a 'Dictatorship'. In 'such a case' the 'Dictatorship' could govern the 'Economy' and the 'Government'. However,in a Democracy, the Economy is 'an aspect' or a 'Part' of the 'Democracy' which Democracy functions with Political Principles of 'Freedom and Equality'. Government 'First', Economy 'Second'. That's why a Democracy protects a 'Business Corporation' by considering it as a 'Person', in 'contemplation of Law'. To be sure, a 'Legal Fiction' is not a 'Real Person', but Government protects the 'Legal Fiction' and the 'Capitalistic economy'. Keep in mind, a 'Democracy'; a 'Democratic Social' 'First', Economic 'entities' and Economic 'Fictions', 'Next'. A Business Corporation 'cannot' Govern, it can only make Profits. In a similar manner, a CEO 'cannot Govern' with 'Business Principles'. He or She needs 'Political, Democratic Principles' to 'Govern' a Political Entity. Democracy First. Where are the Real Politicians?

When Politics and Capitalism become entangled, Democracy is endangered.

When Politics and Capitalism become entangled, Democracy is endangered. Capitalism is about making Profits and about making Business Decisions. Business decisions are not 'Democratic' in nature, nor are they considered a 'Governing Process'. Business is Business. Its about 'Profits'. Politics is about 'Real Individuals' being 'elected' to Political Offices that require a 'Representation Of The People' that elected them. The 'Representative' must be a 'Real Individual', not a 'Legal Fiction' that exists as a 'Person' only in 'Contemplation of Law'. In other words a Political Entity cannot be 'Represented' by a 'Business Corporation', because its a Legal Fiction. Of course, some 'Political Offices' also make 'Economic Decisions', but, those decisions refer to a 'stable Economy' within the Social, which every Nation needs. Economies do not need 'Governing', they need 'Autocratic Principles' to function. In Politics, an elected Official must use 'Governing Principles' to Govern, not 'Business Principles', 'designed' to make a Profit. A Government cannot be 'Motored' by Business Principles; Government requires 'Political Principles' of 'Freedom and Equality'. That's why a CEO, 'untrained' in Political Principles, cannot 'Govern' a Political Entity. Government by Business Principles will 'deconstruct' the Political Entity; it will deconstruct the Democratic Process. Instead of Ideological Political arguments on how 'best to Govern', you have 'childish arguments' about 'who's the Boss; I do it my way; if we lose the elections there will be 'rioting' in the streets; 'if we 'lose', 'everyone will be poorer', etc.. The 'End Result' will be a Nation that 'deconstructs Democracy at the Bottom' where Real Democracy should be 'thriving'. Democracy 'deconstructed' by 'Autocratic Business Principles' at the Top. CEO'S can 'run' Business Corporations, but they cannot 'Govern' a 'Political Entity'. Now, please understand, there probably are 'Business People' who can be 'efficient Politicians', but that should 'reflect' and be made 'manifest' in the 'Political Campaign' leading to 'Election'. Failing that, a CEO cannot 'Govern' a Democratic Nation. Where are the Real Politicians?

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?