In a global society defined by consumption rather than production, voters loathe price increases and are ready to punish rulers who preside over them.  Perhaps America elected a dictator because Frosted Flakes hit $7.99 at the grocery store.

How do we move to a different model? A world defined by consumption is not sustainable. And if ever rising prices are going to push us to give up our freedoms, we need to find a way around mass consumption.