Essays
I write about power—how economic, political, and cultural systems shape what we see, what we accept, and what we might change.
How Los Angeles Became a Stage for Political Spectacle
Deploying 700 Marines to guard two Los Angeles buildings, exceeding U.S. troops in Syria and Iraq, marks democracy’s weaponization for partisan gain, advancing careers over national defense.
The Retribution Economy: How Presidential Favor Became Corporate Currency
Presidential retaliation against critics like Elon Musk heightens corporate political risk, forcing executives to develop new strategies for government relations, contracts, and compliance where personal loyalty dictates outcomes.