Democracy faces a serious threat globally, compounded by foundations that, despite advocating for democracy, reinforce anti-democratic practices internally. These practices include top-down decision-making by elite groups. The erosion of democratic norms is evident in the aftermath of the US Capitol attack and through a growing movement that favors oligarchy, reducing voting rights and widening economic gaps. Neoliberalism, funded for decades by right-wing elites, promotes an ideology that elevates individual liberties, often at the expense of democratic principles and majority rule. Reform is necessary for funders to effectively contribute to a democratic society by empowering communities.
Many foundations preaching democracy externally are practicing anti-democratic ideology internally by enforcing top-down decision-making and power consolidation. Funders must shift power to communities.
The recent attack on the US Capitol symbolizes the growing movement replacing democracy with oligarchy, successfully eroding democratic norms and institutions, scaling back voting rights, and widening wealth gaps.
The neoliberal movement has directed billions to undermine democracy and foster an ideology prioritizing individual liberty of the privileged elite while disadvantaging broader societal welfare.
Addressing the crisis of democracy requires funders to reform internal practices and end oligarchic operations, moving towards community empowerment rather than maintaining a ruling elite.
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