Democracy is in trouble because most people are biased and most people are often mistaken. But democracy can be effective when it is structured to lead to discussions in which people present arguments for various sides.

The article refutes the claims of certain rich people who argue that markets, or the cleverest people, should rule. They call themselves "libertarians", but I don't think they deserve that term since they advocate subjugation of nearly everyone. Like most people who call themselves "libertarians", their real goal is for the an elite to dominate most of society and to get rid of systems that help the non-rich. That is why I call them "antisocialists".

Responding to Republican threats of sabotage: *Make them [the Republicans] own it. Make sure the public understands what is at stake and who will bear the responsibility if things go wrong. That’s not only smart politics. Absent successful application of the “constitutional option,” this is the only strategy, short of capitulation, that stands any realistic chance of preventing default.*

*Big Oil Tries To Buy Its Own Courts: Texas oil and gas companies could soon have their business cases heard by judges handpicked by a close ally: Gov. Greg Abbott.*

Widespread use of disinfectant wipes spread exposure to certain chemicals, which could be harmful. Some researchers say the chemicals are linked to serious health problems, they contribute to antimicrobial resistance, they pollute the environment and they are not particularly effective.

*Biden is selling weapons to the majority of the world's autocracies.*