How have we found our nation and most others in collapse? Japan, India, and China, Russia withering away, and Europe another region of doom.
The nations of the world - such leaders! - remind me of the 50th anniversary of my high school. The alumni wanted to get together for the big banquet. However, one person wanted to show off her favorite no-talent, loud band. Everyone got up and left in one silent mass. The 60th anniversary is not planned - no surprise - and many alumni have passed away.
That is very much like America, following the crowd without genuine leadership.
