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501 | James Pogue: Reform vs. Tearing Down the System - How to Fix Post-Neoliberal America's Crisis of Identity and Meaning

The Realignment

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Unexpected Critics Emerge from the Empire's Shadows

Eric Prince, once emblematic of corporate power tied to American militarism through Blackwater, has shifted to become a critic of the American Empire. His critiques arise amidst a growing discontent with the military-industrial complex, as he asserts that he created Blackwater due to perceived failures within the military's financial practices and productivity. This transformation signifies a broader moment where various figures, including those previously aligned with the establishment, are reevaluating and critiquing the systems they once supported, pointing to a significant ideological shift in the discourse surrounding military and corporate dynamics.

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