It's the lifecycle of all republics. We've printed and debased the republic into oblivion. Next up, a populist and an empire.
> Next up, a populist and an empire. <
You’re probably right. As I noted earlier, this massive overspending will eventually lead to hyperinflation and massive civil unrest.
It would take a bold and ruthless leader to sort things out and bring order back to the country. An American Napoleon, perhaps.