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?