Understanding Core Systems Shaping Modern America
American Institutions - A curated collection from Knowing Better
About this Rabbit Hole
Ever wanted to peel back the layers of American institutions? Dive into Knowing Better's "American Institutions" rabbit hole and explore topics like the price of being poor, redefining American capitalism, and the scar slavery left on the United States. Did you know that Ayn Rand's philosophy has influenced libertarianism in unexpected ways? Get ready to be surprised by the connections you never knew existed. Watch in order or skip around — each video adds a new layer.
Videos in this Rabbit Hole
The Price of Being Poor | Banking Services
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Forget horror movies, the real nightmare is navigating the world of banking services. Watching this video feels like a survival guide for the financial apocalypse.
Healthcare | The Complete Moderate's Guide
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American healthcare: where the only thing more shocking than the bills is the car crash of confusing insurance. A wild ride through the tangled web of medical costs that'll make you think twice before reaching for that Big Mac.
Redefining American Capitalism | Libertarianism and Ayn Rand
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Atlas Shrugged might be a literary classic, but seeing Ayn Rand on Donahue just makes you want to give that dollar sign necklace a little twist. #RandRage #QuestionableFashionChoices
Immigration | The Complete Moderate's Guide
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The only guide to immigration you'll ever need: funny, smart, and slightly haunting. Stay curious, folks. #knowingbetter #immigration #reform #politics
Slavery's Scar on the United States | Missouri Compromise
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A map of pain, politics, and power struggles, all in vibrant color. The scars of slavery run deep, shaping our nation's landscape in ways that still echo today.
Privatizing Public Services | Prisons and Schools
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Privatizing public services - because who needs oversight, integrity, or accountability when you can turn basic human necessities into profit-driven commodities? Just say "no" to social responsibility, am I right?
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