the entire planet with their ideology, military might, and political clout. But...has America run its course as the last World Empire? What is the driving force behind America's prior success, power, and political hegemony? What key commodity or concept has allowed America to RULE this planet and dictate its goals upon all those living on this planet? Would you believe that this key concept has been MONEY? Yes, money rules this planet and the concept and control over money has allowed America to become this EMPIRE. America was founded as a Republic (one Nation under God). After winning World War II and creating the monetary system for the entire world, America has abandoned its status as a Republic and created the status of EMPIRE. We have gradually tried to interject our ideas, values, and might upon everyone (now some 7 billion people). Our monetary clout and the reserve status of our currency unit has allowed us to grow into this immense controlling power...this Empire status. But is this good and leading to success? Are we actually creating a better world with all this power, control, and might? A brief look at the current trends suggests that our goals are not being accomplished. Our military is no longer capable of ruling the seas and the air. Our military ground forces are unable to win any new territory. Our ideas (moral, political, and economic) are being rejected by many. The hatred of American policies is growing and multiplying in most areas of