Part 13/16:
Systems of governance—embracing transparency, free speech, and voluntary consensus—are the true foundation of civilization’s progress. When these are suppressed or corrupted, technological advances falter or lead to dystopia.
The contrast with communism illustrates this vividly: despite the power of shared resources, such systems inherently limit innovation and individual initiative. No matter how brilliant an Elon Musk or groundbreaking ideas are, they cannot flourish under oppressive governance that stifles individual freedom and enterprise.