Psychology - Michael DeVinney

The Perpetual Panic Machine

There is always a crisis. It must be real enough to frighten, but vague enough to remain unsolvable. The goal … Read the rest

Defying the Tide of Conformity

Dissent is the lifeblood of freedom. This is why oppressive systems treat dissenters as enemies of the state. Those who … Read the rest

The Power of Framing

Language is one of the most potent tools of influence, and its use in framing taxation is no exception. Words … Read the rest

From Thinker to Tool

The erosion of individual autonomy has been gradual, yet relentless. This is the culmination of decades of cultural conditioning, driven … Read the rest

The Death of the Individual

Most people mistake the narrative imposed on them by society as their own thoughts. The machinery of collective influence thrives … Read the rest

The Silent Zoo

The political elite do not bear the burden of their failures—we do. Humanity is not progressing; we are regressing, surrendering … Read the rest

The Decay of Modern Architecture

The sterile monotony of modern architecture signals more than just a lack of aesthetic ambition. It represents a deeper psychological … Read the rest

The Wage Mirage

Propaganda thrives on emotional appeals and vague concepts, and one of its favorite tools is the idea of “fairness.” While … Read the rest

Chains of Deception

Obedience is not demanded overnight. It is cultivated. Step by step, it infiltrates every corner of life, tightening its grip. … Read the rest

The Misuse of Political Language

Political discourse today is plagued by the incorrect use of labels. Words like “left” and “right” are tossed around without … Read the rest

The Contested Meaning of the Constitution April 1, 2025
While many people have declared the US Constitution to be “crystal clear” on issues of governance, the truth is that much of what the Constitution says is disputed. The first step toward more consensus is understanding that the Constitution is interpreted by fallible people.
Wanjiru Njoya
If Only FTX Could Use the Fed’s Accounting April 1, 2025
What happens to businesses when liabilities exceed assets? They go bankrupt, with the spectacular failure of FTX being front-and-center. However, the Federal Reserve is in the same position but unlike FTX, the Fed can create fictitious assets and pretend that nothing is happening.
Douglas French
Who Owns the Gold? April 1, 2025
With people calling for an audit of the US gold stores at Fort Knox, perhaps we should remember how that gold got there in the first place. Franklin Roosevelt‘s theft of gold from the American people is a crime that still needs to be rectified.
George Ford Smith