A judge ultimately has a say in what constitutes as a crime, or not. Either way, one has definitely felt positions of power at work - not only by the offending officer, but by an administration, which often includes a secretary, a processing clerk, a Judge, and other officers which ensure the smooth running of justice. Not only does a person in the U.S. have a chance to testify his or her good-will, or the lack of it, but he or she can consult with a lawyer, too. The consultation often works to inform a person of his or her rights under a court of law, and circumstances surrounding the incident.
Lawyers can also carry a certain position of power. Some are friends with judges, clerks, police force, etc. Some are just good talkers, like salesmen. Either way, a lawyer can decide a person's fate, depending upon the circumstances involved. Still, like so many other agencies in the U.S., a lawyer has taken an oath to uphold the most righteous kind of justice.
Still, other positions of power include those of business owners, city councilmen, global investors, governmental agencies, and of course, the military. Position of power often begins with so-called oligarchies, which is really the commanding force of a few individuals.
Nowhere can one find socialism than in the very strong hands of the few. Sure, some will refer to it as communist nations, where top governing military officials dictate how its nation will survive and relate to others. Then, there are parliaments, where royalty and religion will continue to bless their estate - by any force, necessary. There are republics, which are similar to independents by how they just want to keep to themselves, and govern within their own borders. Finally, there is capitalism, which wants free markets to have the ability to do whatever they want, without explanation, regulation, or reports of any environmental impact. What do these systems have in common? The top portion usually controls the bottom.
Even in a democracy, officials get chosen to represent its people. However, has a democracy ever really worked and included a diverse group of people who want different things? Perhaps that is the foundation of the United States, and the mess of it, too.
Though the U.S. has executed a system which has given its people a voice (through voting,) there are still certain positions of power which dictate exactly how the average American participates in society. For example, a citizen of the U.S. is nearly guaranteed a steady job with steady pay to buy the American dream of house ownership, where he or she can have a family, a car, pets, furniture, electronics, warehouse groceries, alcohol, and even weapons. Such said citizen also has the right to own his or her property, the right to defend it, and the ability to contest anything about it. That citizen can also engage in cable television, major sporting events, fast food franchises, and corporate investments.
Although such luxuries are not guaranteed to every U.S. citizen, most rights that are protected under the Constitution, and the law are guaranteed as part of U.S. citizenship. Though free-market exchange and certain government programs have diversified options to pursue such standards-of-living, it can be noted that the top portion of society assists the bottom in pursuing such qualities of life - particularly through earned income and taxation. However, the top must also make a profit (or, interest) by putting their hand in the cookie jar, too. That appears to be the basis of capitalism. It will work as long as its system recycles; otherwise, it will become stagnant and no one will benefit from the cookie jar; except, those who truly benefit from ownership.
Capitalism can be seen as a form of socialism because, like its counterparts, it utilizes its power to persuade consumers to buy particular products, and only from its original maker. It wants no accountability, as a free-market is often conducted with risk-only procedures.To sum it up, it thrives off low-cost production, low-risk assessment, and high profits - often at the expense of resources, environment, and consumer behavior. The problem with this kind of system is that it often attempts to monopolize products and ideas, trying to drive out competition; thus, creating a certain divisiveness.
In the real world of capitalism and socialism, top ranks are seldom questioned. Why? Because top officials control the bottom. The top provides output, while the bottom must provide input. Whether this input is from taxation, earned income, or military services, the bottom is often left holding the legs of a top-heavy foundation - powerful positions which are rarely questioned! In order for one to even achieve such status, one must work hard to pitch in and reach the top - particularly when positions become more readily available.
The position of power, therefore, seems to run off a cycle of strategy, need, and action. The top provides the necessary bells and whistles that the bottom needs, and will most-likely desire; however, without mutual respect, some of these systems can come crashing down. This is why certain democratic programs have been utilized to uphold the bottom so it does not tank, or sink, thereby causing a domino effect. Such measures will come in handy, but will never alleviate the grasp of socialism, or the iron fist, because the top will never relinquish control of valuable resources, property, or the need to control others.
It is no surprise that egalitarian societies are still not feasible in present times; however, it can be assumed that more of humanity has awaken to democratic possibilities which can ensure people of lower stature have opportunities to obtain these so-called positions of power; though, such positions will continue to remain few and far. Not only that, but such positions must become diversified to allow others to throw in more knowledge, ideas, and future participants. One does not need to give up his or her position of power, as much as use it to empower others.
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