There are many people in Iceland, Switzerland, Norway, Singapore &c, who do not feel this oppressive ennui. Instead, things work quite well, the government is sane and in control, and public discourse is by-and-large rational.
Do they believe that they have a say in civilization’s direction? It’s all well and good to have cozy little enclaves under the wing of the US hegemony while it lasts, but if it falters, something relevant beyond local political obstacles may just emerge. Of course, all in all, their position is still more enviable than most.
Do they believe that they have a say in civilization’s direction? It’s all well and good to have cozy little enclaves under the wing of the US hegemony while it lasts, but if it falters, something relevant beyond local political obstacles may just emerge. Of course, all in all, their position is still more enviable than most.