Political Systems

The world is primed for radical changes in government where each of us has an equal voice and all are held accountable. In Architecture of a Technodemocracy, Hanania provides a detailed blueprint on how to leverage current government processes, communications systems, and blockchain security to take the next step in the evolution of human government. By harnessing technology that already exists, we can nonviolently reshape our respective governments.

American consumers demand choice. The assortment of products in American stores is beyond belief to anyone from the Third World. So why are only two choices for anything political acceptable to Americans? It seems totally illogical. It reminds me of the illogical change in behavior of an addict. These are people who are normal in seemingly every way yet give up everything and everyone in their lives for a drug which is a short-term high, and self-destructive. How can that be? Research has convinced me it's more than coincidence.

Stell dir vor, du hast nur eine Wahl: das Richtige zu tun – oder zu überleben. In "Die Zentrale", dem 2. Teil von Veit Etzolds knallharter Thriller-Reihe aus den Untiefen der Finanzwelt, gerät Bankerin Laura unter Mordverdacht – und das ist erst der Anfang! Für die junge Bankerin Laura Jakobs scheint sich eigentlich alles zum Besten zu wenden: Ihr Arbeitgeber versetzt sie auf ein Spezialprojekt in die Zentrale der Bank, was einer beachtlichen Beförderung gleichkommt. Doch je tiefer Laura in das Projekt eintaucht, desto tiefer werden auch die Abgründe der Finanzwelt, die sich vor ihr auftun.

Im Sommer 1948 stehen große Entscheidungen an: Die westlichen Alliierten beauftragen 65 Männer und Frauen damit, eine Verfassung auszuarbeiten. Monate leidenschaftlicher Diskussionen beginnen, in denen gestritten, getrickst und geträumt wird. Wie soll es werden, das neue Land? Kurz nachdem in den drei Westzonen im Frühsommer 1948 eine neue Währung eingeführt wird, riegelt die Sowjetunion West-Berlin ab: Die Stadt ist blockiert. Die USA beschließen, zwei Millionen Menschen aus der Luft zu versorgen und schicken "Rosinenbomber" los, von denen gleich einer der ersten abstürzt.

In a context, lobbying can be said to be the art and heart of both democracy and capitalism. At its core, democracy involves lobbying which is persuading and swaying people with promises and or previous performance as proof for prospects. It is the same for capitalism. Among a people where democracy and consequently capitalism prevails, one is meant to lobby for a people or project or policy and or position primarily to advance one’s interest that relatively advances the interests of majority at least or all at most.

The U.S. healthcare system is in critical condition--but this should come as a surprise to no one. Yet until now the solutions proposed have been unworkable, pie-in-the-sky plans that have had little chance of becoming law and even less of succeeding. In Code Red, David Dranove, one of the nation's leading experts on the economics of healthcare, proposes a set of feasible solutions that address access, efficiency, and quality.

When cybersecurity expert Jake Braun challenged hackers at DEFCON, the largest hacking conference in the world, to breach the security of an American voting machine, a hacker in Europe conquered the task in less than two minutes. From hacking into voting machines to more mundane, but no less serious problems, America's democracy faces unprecedented tests from within and without.

Hard White explains how the mainstreaming of white nationalism occurred, pointing to two major shifts in the movement. While the book argues that white extremism will have enduring effects on American electoral politics for some time to come, it suggests that the way forward is to refocus the conversation on social solidarity, concluding with ideas for how to build this solidarity.

The United States is being divided and conquered from the inside. Our political infrastructure has evolved to divide us, so we can’t solve our problems. This audiobook describes how we got here and the various reforms that can be implemented at the state and local level to reverse this divisiveness.

Nesta obra abrangente, conheça a história e as implicações do Foro Privilegiado no Brasil. O livro "Foro Privilegiado: Uma Abordagem Jurídica e Política" revela desde as origens históricas até os debates atuais sobre sua reforma. Explore detalhadamente as normas constitucionais e legais que regulam esse instituto, desvendando seus fundamentos e justificativas históricas. Descubra como os princípios constitucionais se chocam com sua aplicação, e como isso afeta a igualdade perante a lei.

Werden wir gut regiert? Oder bleibt die Politik hinter ihren Möglichkeiten zurück? Und wenn das so ist - woran liegt das? Gibt es Techniken guten Regierens? In seinem Bestseller beschreibt Thilo Sarrazin die Mechaniken von Politik, ihre typischen Fehler und die Gründe für den Erfolg oder Misserfolg von Gesellschaften. Er verdeutlicht, warum die Träume von einer besseren Gesellschaft oft nichts Gutes hervorgebracht haben. Von hier schlägt er den Bogen zu den Fehlern der aktuellen deutschen Politik, von der Einwanderung bis zur Energiewende.

Si l'on veut réellement rassembler la grande majorité des classes populaires autour d'un programme de déconstruction graduelle du système capitaliste (et non pas simplement accroître ses privilèges électoraux), il faut impérativement commencer par remettre en question ce vieux système de clivages fondé sur la "confiance aveugle dans l'idée de progrès".

In "Imperial Prince : Imperial Princess," the Empire's future teeters on the brink as the Imperial Princess confronts an unforeseen challenge. With her son proclaimed as the Heir Apparent, the Emperor's demand for a spare ignites a fierce competition among the galaxy's elite. The Princess, endowed with a unique mana-enhanced immune system, becomes the ultimate matrimonial trophy, coveted for her resilience and the potential to bestow her extraordinary abilities upon the next generation. As the Heir Apparent grapples with the looming separation from his mother, his control over his mana ...

Imagine being implicated in a crime you know you didn't commit and feeling as if those in your closest circle had turned against you in its wake. Can't imagine what that would feel like? Just ask Anthony Suarez. He lived it. Candid, accessible, and revelatory, Mayor Suarez shines a light on the complexities of Bid Rig III in Politically Indicted, a memoir that is as sincere as it is compelling.

In diesem Hörbuch werden die Grundlagen des politischen Systems der Bundesrepublik Deutschland erläutert und erklärt, die das grundlegende Verständnis für die politischen Abläufe, Entscheidungen und Akteure vereinfachen. Darüber hinaus wird Bezug auf die jüngeren historischen Ereignisse des Landes genommen, um gewisse politische Strukturen und Prozesse im richtigen Kontext einordnen zu können. Begriffe, die alltäglich verwendet und scheinbar als selbstverständlich erachtet werden, werden in diesem Werk differenziert erklärt.

In An Ecosystem of Alternative Facts, best-selling author Billy J Riggs delves into the complex dynamics of modern media, politics, and psychology to reveal how society has entered an era where truth is often distorted, obscured, or dismissed. This book examines how “alternative facts” are not just isolated instances of deception but have become a systematic approach employed by powerful entities to shape public opinion, silence dissent, and control narratives. With examples drawn from recent political scandals, state-controlled media practices, and corporate interests, Riggs exposes ...

Von der Entstehungsgeschichte des Grundgesetzes bis zu den Herausforderungen einer global agierenden Demokratie. Politikwissenschaftler Prof. Dr. Karl-Rudolf Korte erklärt das Zusammenspiel der politischen Kräfte in Deutschland. Wie kommen Mehrheiten zustande? Welche Macht üben die Medien aus? Und wie kommt es zu politischen Entscheidungen? Im Hörbuch »Politik« bringt Prof. Dr. Karl-Rudolf Korte näher, wie Politik und Regieren in Deutschland funktioniert. Der Politikwissenschaftler erklärt außerdem, was Spitzenpolitiker leisten müssen und wofür wir einen Bundespräsidenten brauchen.

Are you curious about how governments work, the dynamics of power, and how social systems shape our lives? "Rulers and Rebels" is your guide to understanding these complex concepts in simple, engaging terms. This book takes you on a journey from ancient civilizations to contemporary political movements, all while breaking down complex ideas into easy-to-understand language. With hypothetical case studies and clear explanations, this book is perfect for anyone looking to expand their knowledge on political philosophy, regardless of their academic background. Dive into the fascinating world ...

In this stunning new story of political economy, author Eric Robert Morse examines why the modern system has become so unwieldy and explains what must be done to correct it. His astute analysis and fascinating storytelling take readers on an epic journey, from the dawn of free-market capitalism during the age of exploration, through the industrial revolution and Adam Smith, to the rise of Keynesianism and the dominance of the welfare state....

A book about alternative economic theory using ecological ethics, with some erotic foreplay. Economics affects everyone, even those that do not want to be concerned with money or finances. This book is a summary of alternative economic commentaries that emphasize democratic ethics. The Sustainable Cooperative for Organic Development believes in valuing human lives as responsible environmental stewards for our biosphere called Earth, and seeks ways to allow for biodiversity in civilization as well as the ecosystem. We believe in less monopolies, less corporate crony politics, less corruption...