FEUDALISM IS OUR FUTURE.

The article explores the parallels between the decline of the Roman Empire and contemporary trends in privatization and governance in the United States, particularly during the Trump administration. It discusses how the erosion of central control and the outsourcing of public functions may lead to a neo-feudal system, where power and resources are increasingly concentrated in private hands. The author reflects on the insights of historian Ramsay MacMullen, who emphasized the dangers of corruption and the breakdown of effective governance, suggesting that current privatization trends could result in a society reminiscent of medieval feudalism. The piece raises questions about accountability and the implications of privatization for public welfare and governance. [Extracted from the article]