I'm guessing internal reflection is not a big part of Absalom's daily routine. Neither, I'd add, does he waste any time studying the great works of political science.
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The antics and behavior occurring in DC are the result of our so called "leaders" addiction
to politics; the obsession of frauds and hustlers. Yet why so?
Capitalism emerged in Britain & Holland some 3 centuries past, as a structured economic system.
It asserted that Material betterment was Man's most important calling and in effect, pushing aside
the Spiritual sensibilities that had defined/guided Man since his very earliest days
The impact of this transformation has been profound, as the behavior of modern Man attests.
Anyone doubting this should assess the Art we produce in contrast to that of the Ancients.
Again, why so? Because politics is a metaphor for power which represents a "fat wallet"; the core reason these frauds & hustlers gravitate to politics. It's all about the money and always has been!
The wise who defined/nurtured Capitalism, such as Adam Smith, David Hume & Francis Hutcheson,
grasped this and warned of it's grave impact. Yet we who are the greatest remain oblivious.
At their core, our modern "Capitalists" are simply peddlers fattening their wallets; Reality.
Case in point is that pillow jackass, Lindell, ranting/raving at MAGA rallies that Trump is a
Gift from God (and be sure to buy his pillows!!!)