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Plutocracy and War
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Plutocracy and War

BY JOHN CLARK RIDPATH 1898

Currently I am hard at work on the second book which is why I have posted so little recently. You should be hearing more in the coming days.

In the meantime, I would like to share with you some of the great prophetic voices of the past long forgotten or buried by the “Idea Syndicate” that ever and always sponsors and promotes sophistry in place of truth.

Written in 1898 for Arena Magazine, this article highlights the relationship between Shylock, a reference to a Shakespearean character who is a "relentless and vengeful moneylender" and the politcal parties in his efforts to promote and profit from war.

In this period of “quiet” between the great wars of the 19th century and the coming wars of the 20th century, Ridpath’s insights are spot on and highly relevant.

Making the audio version available (thanks to eleven labs technology) will hopefully spead the message further than the longer written versions alone.

Knowing history is the best BS detector there is… get smart while driving to work. :)

I’d love to hear your comments on the article itself and whether the format is beneficial.

Blessings to all in the New Year!

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