Tom Regenauer: Feudal World Order, EU as 4th Reich, & Staying Analog

In 'Homo Demens,' Tom-Oliver Regenauer analyzes contemporary society through a critical lens, arguing that technological and bureaucratic trends produce a degraded, controllable populace. He explores themes of mass manipulation, loss of autonomy, and the erosion of civic virtues under technocratic governance and corporate-state alliances. Combining historical references with modern examples, the book critiques elite networks, surveillance, and social engineering policies. Regenauer advocates for analog living, localism, and personal responsibility as means to resist systemic control. The work positions itself as both diagnosis and practical encouragement for readers seeking autonomy in an increasingly digital world.

In 'Tragedy and Hope: A History of the World in Our Time', Carroll Quigley provides a detailed world history spanning from the industrial revolution and imperialism through two world wars and a global economic depression. The book examines the transition from a world dominated by Europe in the 19th century to the three-bloc system of the 20th century. Quigley, as an interpretative historian, analyzes the complex historical context of these events, highlighting the influence of science and technology on human life and the intricate financial and commercial patterns of the West. The book also discusses the role of an Anglo-American banking elite in shaping global events and the impact of various secret societies and organizations on world history.

Clarence Streit's "Union Now," published in 1939, proposed a bold solution to the escalating threats to democracy in Europe: a federal union of the world's leading democracies. Streit argued that the interconnectedness of modern technology demanded a new form of global governance to counter the rise of fascism. His vision emphasized a union of citizens, not just governments, to foster cooperation and collective security. The book's impact is evident in the formation of NATO, though Streit's call for a broader political union remains largely unrealized. "Union Now" serves as a historical precedent for considering innovative approaches to global governance in the face of contemporary challenges.