Russian political strategist Vladislav Surkov revealed that the democratic institutions adopted by Russia post-Soviet Union were primarily for appearances, aimed at aligning with the West. As relations soured, Russia abandoned this façade, exposing its unvarnished power dynamics—showcasing an exhibitionist style of governance that revels in naked authority without restraint. This behavior resonates in certain power circles in Washington, where blatant transgressions are increasingly celebrated.
The article draws a parallel to political philosopher Antonio Gramsci’s notion of an “interregnum,” wherein old orders disintegrate and new ones have yet to emerge. This current decay, characterized by coercive power and a new “necropolitical” oligarchy, involves elite groups governing through abandonment, exploitation, and fostering environments of fear and instability. Their climate denial and algorithmic manipulations result in growing social fragmentation and violence.
Moreover, the American necropolitical oligarchy undermines global political alliances and exacerbates international tensions. The warning signs echo George Orwell’s dystopian vision in “1984,” where the world is split among totalitarian regimes, including the U.S., Russia, and China, that bear striking similarities in their oppressive strategies.
To confront this rising tide of authoritarianism, the European Union must transition from a fragmented assembly of nations to a more consolidated political entity, ready to act decisively against escalating inhumanities in governance. If it fails to unify, Europe risks becoming vulnerable to ruthless power plays and the ongoing decline into authoritarian rule.
