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The People Who Own the World: Behind the Scenes of Global Power and Influence

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2uur 49min
Taal
Engels
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Non-fictie

Power has always been a driving force behind the world's greatest shifts, shaping nations, economies, and cultures. While political leaders and public figures often take the spotlight, true power often lies in the hands of those who operate behind the scenes. These individuals, families, and organizations wield influence not through democratic processes, but through wealth, strategic connections, and the ability to manipulate societal frameworks. Understanding this hidden power structure is crucial to grasping how the world truly functions.

Wealth has long been a powerful tool for control, enabling elites to shape policies, industries, and even social norms. Financial empires built by powerful banking families, corporate giants, and investment firms have grown to dominate global economies. Their influence extends far beyond Wall Street or corporate boardrooms — it reaches into political systems, media narratives, and cultural trends. Those with the greatest financial resources have the capacity to mold the world to their advantage, often with little public awareness.

Secret societies, elite networks, and exclusive organizations further strengthen these power structures. Groups like the Bilderberg Group, the Trilateral Commission, and other closed-door forums provide platforms for powerful individuals to collaborate and strategize. While their intentions may vary, these groups foster an environment where a select few can guide global agendas without public scrutiny. This covert decision-making shapes economic trends, diplomatic relations, and social movements in ways that are difficult to trace.

© 2025 Cobbo Publishing LLC (Luisterboek): 9798318387180

Publicatiedatum

Luisterboek: 25 maart 2025

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