The Peter McCormack Show #119 - Curtis Yarvin - The Tyranny of Democracy - The Illusion of Choice
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Oct 14, 2025 
Curtis Yarvin, a provocative political thinker and writer known as Mencius Moldbug, challenges the perception of democracy in modern governance. He argues that what we see as democracy is merely an illusion created by a ruling oligarchy, primarily led by institutions like Harvard. The discussion delves into topics such as the corrupting influence of academia on truth, the failures of viable political structures during crises like COVID-19, and the historical roots of left-right divides. Yarvin presents monarchy as a preferable alternative to current systems, raising questions about the future of governance.
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Monarchy As Default Organizational Form
- Yarvin argues monarchy is the historically dominant, effective organizational form used by 98% of regimes and modern organizations.
- He frames monarchy as a pyramid-shaped org chart that produces clear authority and accountability.
Drop The Word 'Democracy'
- Yarvin says democracy was historically a slur and often performed poorly, citing Athens as an example.
- He urges stopping use of the ambiguous word “democracy” because it conflates distinct concepts.
Refuse Regime Jargon
- Yarvin advises avoiding regime jargon and Orwellian words to see political reality clearly.
- He recommends replacing loaded terms with precise language to deflate power claims.
