We are witnessing a massive change in world affairs, human society and how we live. This change process, we are told, may last for several years; but, started, it has!
We live on the cusp of change.
We have enjoyed the freedoms of the current ending era for approximately 75 years.
It was then that our parents and grandparents experienced the last cusp.
History tells us these eras generally last between 70 to 80 years.
But the one before that lasted only 20.
The First World War ended many of the monarchies of Europe and started the demise of colonization.
But dictatorships replaced them.
The end of the Second World War and its destruction created the cusp which led to the creation of numerous institutions such as the United Nations, NATO the EU and the massive growth of globalization which lifted millions out of poverty.
It was freedom’s time. For some!
So “our” era has, compared to others, been a period of relative peace and prosperity – and freedom for many people.
The question is, however, what happens in the era to come?
The cusp will give us a guide.
Will the freedoms this Foundation support grow or just maintain. Or will they die?
Of course we don’t know!
But we will be watching – and keeping the flame alive and bright at all costs. If we are able!
We need your help to do this please.
© Robert Michael Hick 2025
