Published inLessons from HistoryWhat is Democracy? — Fran HershFrom Athens to Oligarchy: How We Lost True DemocracyDec 29, 20241Dec 29, 20241
Published inLessons from HistoryThe Myth of the Great Society — Fran HershHow the Pursuit of an Ideal Undermined the Middle Class, Reinforced Oligarchy, and Gave Rise to PopulismDec 29, 20242Dec 29, 20242
Published inLessons from HistoryErdogan and Putin’s Secret Pact — Fran HershUnveiling the Syrian Power ShiftDec 26, 20245Dec 26, 20245
Published inLessons from HistoryPeace in Ukraine — Fran HershIn this holy season of Christmas-a time for reflection, peace, and goodwill-America has reelected a leader who speaks of hope and…Dec 23, 20241Dec 23, 20241
Published inLessons from HistoryThe Real Reason for WWI: A Closer Examination Beyond Conventional Teachings — Fran HershWith an estimated 20 million deaths and 20 million wounded, World War I stands as one of the deadliest conflicts in human history. Yet…Nov 28, 20247Nov 28, 20247
The Lost Art of Living: Reflections on Work, Life, and Self-Destruction — Fran HershA friend of mine said something at a recent meeting that hit me right between the eyes: “This new generation is all screwed up. They don’t…Nov 8, 2024Nov 8, 2024
Published inLessons from HistoryWhy the 2024 U.S. Election Won’t Solve America’s Real Problems — Fran HershThe Real Solutions Neither Candidate Wants to Talk AboutNov 3, 20242Nov 3, 20242
The Death of Republic — Fran Hersh“When the presidency becomes a farce, you know it’s over with the system.”Nov 2, 2024Nov 2, 2024
Ukraine and the Path to Averting World War III: A Deep Dive into Global Politics — Fran HershIn recent times, the international stage has become a complex web of geopolitical tensions, with the conflict in Ukraine serving as a…Apr 6, 20241Apr 6, 20241
How Does the Political Game Work? — Fran HershImagine a scene where two political candidates stand at the forefront of the public’s attention, engaging in a spectacle more akin to a…Mar 4, 2024Mar 4, 2024