#quote #politics #elite #bitcoin
„Putting a billionaire in charge of picking other billionaires to "fix" the very system that made them rich is beyond ridiculous.“
The quote is from Anand Giridharadas in his book „Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World“.
In it, he argues that the wealthy elite often claim to improve the world while actually maintaining a system that protects their own interests and perpetuates inequality.
Yes you, Anand are right.
But what is better ?
What to replace democracy with ?
I think you are talking about improving humanity, but how?
Anand raises a crucial critique, and your question goes to the heart of the matter: If democracy, as it currently functions, is flawed or even an oligarchy in disguise, what alternative could truly serve humanity better?
The challenge is not necessarily to replace democracy but to deepen it—making it more inclusive, less susceptible to the concentrated influence of wealth, and more reflective of collective wisdom rather than demagoguery. Some propose models like deliberative democracy, where decisions are made through informed discussion rather than raw majority rule. Others advocate for participatory structures that distribute power more equitably rather than consolidating it in elite hands.
But beyond systems and structures, the deeper question remains: How do we cultivate a society where individuals do not merely seek power but instead use it responsibly? How do we create conditions where doubt and humility are not seen as weaknesses but as prerequisites for ethical leadership?
Perhaps improving humanity does not start with systems alone but with the values we embed in them. Can a society be designed in a way that actively fosters wisdom and fairness, or is this an ideal forever at odds with human nature.
