My webinar, Money, Power, Democracy, and War, that was aired on Humanity Rising last Tuesday, July 16, was recorded. In case you missed it, you can view it on YouTube. During the first 16 minutes or so, our host Jim Garrison expressed his thoughts on current national and world events; that was followed by his introduction, our presentation, and some further conversation. A few of the questions addressed were:
- Why are nations continually at war when people want peace?
- What do wars produce, and what do they destroy?
- Who gains and who loses in war?
- Where do governments get the money they need to finance war?
- Is there a link between the monetary system and the political system?
In the process, I delved into some pertinent history and events that set the stage for our present deepening crisis, then began to describe the pathways towards re-empowerment of the people through decentralized initiatives involving independent means for measuring and exchanging value, beginning at the community level. Toward the end of the discussion, I offered my views on Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain technology. I’d be happy to have your comments.
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