To most, comparing America to ancient Rome would be similar to the comparsion of an apple and an orange. Yet, I believe this would be an interesting topic to discuss.
Of course, Rome was one of the first "world powers" after it had conquered the then known world. Indeed, Rome was a powerful, and sucessful nation. As many cultures do, it experienced a Golden age and then slowly declined till it was over-run by barbarians and the sort.
Now the lingering question is: How's is this similar to America? The answer is quite obvious (to me at least). Currently, America is considered the only super-power. Indeed, we are a powerful and successful nation. In our current age, we have become the most technologically advanced nation in history. All of armed forces have the latest in weapons, and our taught the newest of strategies. Best of all, America measures it's yearly income in the trillions of dollars.
I wouldn't doubt for a minute that I am living in the Golden Age of this great nation. Yet, I am fearful that this society is soon to peak. While reaching the top of the mountain is great, the only direction to go after you reach the summit is down.
While our Founding Fathers wished this nation to be a Constitutional Republic; yet in recent times, greedy politicans hoping to acquire votes have turned America into a pure democracy. Any minority group can have their way with government, as long as they create enough ripples in the media pool.
This is a terrible occurance that should disgust every single American. Yet, the majority stands silent. Elie Weisel once stated, "Silence is tancent consent", indeed he was a very wise man. The majority is consenting to losing their say in gevernment. Why? The majority (by majority I am referring to any of the following:white, middle class, hetrosexual, or the rich) are fearful of appearing racist or hateful. So now, the biggest dog has a muzzle and the smaller dog rules the yard.
When the minorities of America have wiped away the last of the mjority resistance, they will continue pilagaing our freedoms till there are none left.