Every time I read posts about Trump or see him on TV, I feel a deep frustration creeping in. Not just because of him as a person, but because of how many people still buy into the illusion he sells. The whole "Make America Great Again" mantra has been repeated so often that it’s lost all meaning—if it ever had any to begin with. And now, with talk of a so-called "golden era" ahead, I can't help but ask: for whom? Because if being "great" means putting money and power above people and the planet, then that greatness is nothing but a hollow, dangerous lie.
The way Trump and leaders like him push their agenda is nothing new. It's always about who is the biggest, the strongest, the richest. But why does the world continue to operate under this outdated mentality? Why is it always about being "the best" rather than doing what is actually best for humanity as a whole?
When I hear them talk about drilling for more oil, digging deeper into the earth for resources we know are destroying our planet, I want to scream. It’s as if the most powerful people in the world have forgotten that Earth is a finite place. It’s not about winning a race; it’s about ensuring we even have a future to look forward to.
The problem isn’t just one man. It’s the entire system that enables and rewards this kind of thinking. Those who prioritize economic dominance over sustainability, who see nature as a resource to exploit rather than a home to protect, are the ones who rise to the top. Meanwhile, the voices calling for balance, for compassion, for real solutions to the climate crisis are dismissed as "radical" or "idealistic."
The truth is, no country, no leader, no economy will ever be "great" if the foundation they are built upon is crumbling. How can we even begin to talk about national success when our air is polluted, our oceans are dying, and entire ecosystems are being wiped out in the name of progress?
What if instead of competing over who has the most money, the most influence, or the most control, we shifted the conversation? What if greatness was measured by who does the most good for the world? By who contributes the most to future generations, to cleaner energy, to sustainable living, to peace rather than war?
Real leadership isn’t about dominance—it’s about responsibility. It’s about recognizing that being "the best" means nothing if it comes at the cost of everything else.
The golden era the world needs isn’t one of unchecked capitalism and reckless resource exploitation. It’s one where we prioritize humanity over politics, nature over profit, and long-term survival over short-term gain.
If the leaders of today won’t shift their mindset, then it's up to us to challenge the narrative. To demand better. To redefine what greatness actually means.
Because if we don’t? Then we’re just repeating the same mistakes—over and over again—expecting a different outcome.
And isn’t that the very definition of insanity?
Personal Note: I’ve always been someone who questions the world around me. I grew up learning the hard way that blindly following a system that doesn’t serve you only leads to frustration. That’s why I refuse to accept the way things are just because “that’s how they’ve always been.” My journey, from overcoming personal struggles to embracing the power of Web3 and decentralization, has taught me that change is always possible. But it starts with questioning the narrative and choosing to walk a different path—even when it’s the harder one. We can demand better. We must.
