Pseudopandemic: The New Normal Technocracy

Pseudopandemic: New Normal Technocracy

by Iain Davis

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In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the term "new normal" has been used to describe the changes that have occurred in our society. These changes include increased reliance on technology, remote work, and social distancing measures. While some of these changes may be temporary, others may have a lasting impact on our lives.

One of the most concerning aspects of the new normal is the rise of the technocracy. A technocracy is a society in which decisions are made by experts, typically scientists and engineers, who are believed to have the knowledge and expertise to make the best decisions for society. This is in contrast to a democracy, in which decisions are made by elected representatives who are accountable to the people.

The rise of the technocracy has been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. In the name of public health, governments have implemented a wide range of measures that have given unelected experts unprecedented power over our lives. These measures include lockdowns, mask mandates, and vaccine passports. While these measures may have been necessary in the short term to slow the spread of the virus, it is important to question whether they are still necessary now that the pandemic is waning.

The problem with technocracy is that it can lead to a loss of democratic accountability. When decisions are made by experts who are not accountable to the people, there is a risk that these decisions will not be in the best interests of the people. This is especially concerning in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has been used to justify a wide range of authoritarian measures.

For example, the World Health Organization (WHO) has proposed a pandemic treaty that would give the WHO sweeping powers to declare pandemics and implement measures to control them. This treaty would essentially give the WHO the power to dictate global health policy, without any accountability to the people. This is a dangerous precedent that could lead to the erosion of our democratic freedoms.

It is important to remember that the COVID-19 pandemic is not the first time that a pandemic has been used to justify authoritarian measures. The Spanish flu pandemic of 1918 was also used to justify the implementation of martial law and the suppression of civil liberties. We must learn from the mistakes of the past and resist the temptation to give up our democratic freedoms in the name of public health.

The new normal technocracy is a threat to our democracy and our freedoms. We must not allow this to happen. We must demand that our elected representatives hold unelected experts accountable and that they protect our democratic institutions. Only then can we ensure that the future of society is determined by the people, not by experts.

Here are some ways to resist the new normal technocracy:

• Question the authority of experts. Do not blindly accept what they say, especially if it goes against your own common sense or experience.
• Support independent media. Independent media outlets are less likely to be influenced by government or corporate interests and can provide a more balanced view of the news.
• Get involved in your community. Attend local meetings, volunteer for organizations, and get to know your neighbors. This will help you to build relationships and build a sense of community, which is essential for resisting authoritarianism.
• Vote in elections. Voting is one of the most important ways to hold your elected representatives accountable and to ensure that your voice is heard.

The future of society is at stake. We must not let the new normal technocracy take hold. We must resist the temptation to give up our democratic freedoms in the name of public health. Only then can we ensure that the future of society is determined by the people, not by experts.

Pseudopandemic: New Normal Technocracy

by Iain Davis

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1219 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Print length	:	708 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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