The United States of America projects itself as the pinnacle of democracy, a model for the world to emulate. Yet, this image is a carefully crafted illusion, not a “Maya” but a mirage, built on manipulation, exploitation, and the erasure of diverse governance systems. Far from embodying democratic ideals, the U.S. was founded on the blood of indigenous peoples, its narrative of freedom masking a history of violence and colonialism. The world, captivated by America’s military might and cultural exports, often overlooks the deep state orchestrating a global agenda that prioritizes U.S. gain at the expense of others’ sovereignty and ecological balance.
The U.S. was not established as a response to oppressive colonial forces, as its mythology suggests. Its origins lie in the displacement and genocide of indigenous populations, whose lands were seized to build a nation that now lectures the world on liberty. The Declaration of Independence and Constitution, celebrated as triumphs, were crafted by men who owned slaves and excluded indigenous peoples, African Americans, and women from their vision of freedom. This hypocrisy is not a historical relic but a foundation that continues to shape America’s global interactions.
When nations look to the U.S. as a model, they are seduced by a mirage. The American military, often admired for its strength, is a tool of coercion, not protection. Interventions in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya have destabilized regions, dismantled local governance, and left chaos under the guise of spreading democracy. The deep state—a nexus of corporate, political, and military interests—pulls the strings, ensuring American hegemony thrives at the cost of others’ autonomy. Aspiring to such a model is not a mark of pride but a surrender to exploitation.
America’s global influence is a carefully staged puppet show. Hollywood, consumerism, and the dollar’s dominance are tools of soft power that entrench the U.S. as the arbiter of global aspirations. Nations emulating this model often become ensnared in dependency, their economies tied to American interests through trade, military alliances, and debt. The U.S. cannot be a loyal ally; its partnerships are transactional, designed to serve its own ends. From overthrowing governments in Latin America to supporting authoritarian regimes aligned with its interests, America prioritizes power over principle.
This American design has systematically eroded diverse governance systems worldwide. From the intricate, community-driven structures of Hindu societies to the communal councils of African and Pacific tribes, humanity has sustained governance rooted in local wisdom and ecological harmony. Yet, the U.S. and its colonial predecessors have replaced these with Western models prioritizing individualism and materialism. The result is a homogenized world order that forces nations to live out America’s dreams, erasing their unique identities and philosophies.
Nature suffers under this American-led system. The pursuit of economic growth, driven by Western consumerism, has pushed the planet to the brink. Forests are felled, rivers polluted, and ecosystems collapse—all in the name of a progress defined by American standards. As the world’s largest per capita consumer of resources, the U.S. sets a destructive example, urging others to follow in a race toward environmental collapse. Nature, indifferent to currency or societal constructs, bears the brunt of this greed.
The human toll is equally profound. The Abrahamic world order, with the U.S. at its helm, has marginalized true global minorities—indigenous communities like the Tamils, Tibetans, Yazidis, and countless African and Pacific tribes. These groups, whose philosophies are tied to the land, have seen their cultures erased or commodified. The American model, rooted in Eurocentric ideals, dismisses these systems as primitive, imposing structures that serve colonial interests. This creates a fractured humanity, divided by artificial identities—religion, political ideology, nationalism—that fuel conflict and alienation.
Conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Palestine wars highlight the neo-colonial ambitions of the U.S. and its European allies. These are not just geopolitical struggles but displays of Western power and ruthlessness. The U.S. profits from the global arms trade, perpetuating violence to maintain dominance. The suffering of millions is reduced to collateral damage in a game where Washington sets the rules.
Figures like Donald Trump embody this Eurocentric, narcissistic hegemony. His rise exposed the fragility of the American myth, revealing a nation driven by self-interest and division. Trump is not an outlier but a product of a system that has always valued power over ethics. His leadership laid bare the colonial underpinnings of the U.S., a nation that thrives on exploiting others while cloaking its actions in the rhetoric of freedom.
The world must awaken to reject this American mirage. Healing the planet demands questioning the divisive constructs—religious, political, cultural—that deepen humanity’s fractures. We must return to the wisdom of indigenous systems, including the diverse, community-centric Hindu structures, which prioritized harmony with nature over individual gain. History shows that great powers, from empires to dynasties, rise and fall. The current American state, like those before it, must give way for humanity to evolve.
To break free, nations must reclaim their sovereignty and reject the materialism peddled by Hollywood and corporate greed. They must rebuild governance models reflecting their unique histories and values. The weapon markets, cultural exports, and economic dependencies sustaining American hegemony must be challenged. Only then can we foster a world where diverse philosophies and indigenous wisdom are valued, where nature is healed, and where humanity is united by respect for the planet and each other.
The United States’ projection of democracy is a mirage masking exploitation, colonialism, and environmental destruction. Its deep state orchestrates a global puppet show, eroding the diversity and harmony of indigenous systems. The wars, cultural exports, and economic dependencies it fosters are tools of control, not progress. Humanity must reject this design, heal its divisions, and embrace a future guided by nature and indigenous wisdom. The fall of this unethical state is not just inevitable but essential for a just, sustainable world.
Gopi Shankar Madurai is an intersex activist.
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