Politics

Introduction In a recent podcast interview, Elon Musk suggested that “too much empathy” poses a problem for Western societies. This perspective, while provocative, misdiagnoses the actual issue at hand. The real problem isn’t an excess of empathy but rather its absence where it matters most. What we witness today is not too much compassion but a selective, inconsistent application of empathetic values—one that prioritizes economic self-interest and geopolitical convenience over genuine human concern. ...

When contrasting autocracies and democracies, one navigates a maze of socio-political intricacies. Both systems exhibit merits and demerits, and the discourse is often controversial. This article probes a nuanced theory suggesting that autocracies can foster economic success under favorable conditions, but their potency wanes as the initial autocratic structure disintegrates. Meanwhile, democracy offers a convoluted and time-consuming process toward the same economic expansion. Still, its approach potentially ensures sustainable, long-term success, and most importantly, it allows the respect of each consciousness. ...