Political Theory

On the Feeding of the State

1 March 2026·1677 words·8 mins

History and Critical Analysis Political Theory State Capture Power Dynamics Behavioral-Economics Policy Critique Optimization Decision-Making and Bias Policy and Critique

A satirical exercise in the tradition of Machiavelli's* The Prince *— examining the mechanics of state capture through the eyes of those who would engineer it.

The Leviathan’s Shadow: A Philosophical Anatomy of Tyranny

24 September 2019·241 words·2 mins

History and Critical Analysis Tyranny Philosophy Political Theory History Power Authority Leadership and Crisis Social Dynamics Policy and Critique Decision-Making and Bias

A philosophical exploration of tyranny's psychological, historical, and systemic roots, from ancient despots to modern dictators.

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