The irony wasn’t lost on me when I read that “oligarchy” has become a trending search term following Biden’s farewell speech. Nothing quite captures the state of our democracy like citizens having to Google the very system that’s threatening it.

Looking through online discussions, the mix of dark humor and genuine concern perfectly encapsulates our current moment. Between references to “Idiocracy” and serious debates about wealth inequality, there’s a palpable sense that we’re approaching a critical juncture in history.