Scholarly Work
Essays & Academic Papers
Trust in Government, Media, and Academic Institutions
This essay will examine this trust and shed light on the hypocrisy. As established from previous essays, anointed leaders can be and are often from the media, academia, or the government. In this context, I will seek to review citizens’ expectations of these institutions.
The Governmental Budget: Do Politics Influence the Outcome of the Governmental Budgeting Process?
This paper explores a governmental budget, the budgeting process, its actors, the political environment of governmental budgeting, and some recommendations to reduce the level of politics. Drawing from the author's experience as an elected official and his engagement with university interns, it provides a grounded, accessible analysis of how fiscal decisions are made — and manipulated.
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC): A Potential Push Toward Socialism
The world of finance has been undergoing rapid transformation, with the rise of cryptocurrencies and decentralized financial systems challenging traditional monetary frameworks. This essay examines the potential implications of CBDCs on the advancement of socialism, totalitarianism, and the emergence of social credit scores — and what policymakers must consider as they chart a course for the future of finance.
For Whom Should We Vote? Madison and the Wisdom, Patriotism, and Justice of the Federalist Papers.
In this paper, I briefly examine Madison’s idea of wisdom, patriotism, and love of justice in political decision-making or applying knowledge to determine the best course of action for the country. Madison’s philosophy offers timeless lessons on discerning and protecting the national interest in our complex, ever-evolving republic society.