The Amish: A Control Group for Technofeudalism

Introduction

Over the past few decades, life in the United States has undergone significant changes. Technological advancements, changes in medical and pharmaceutical practices, shifts in diet, educational policies, and social trends have all contributed to a radically altered way of life. Unfortunately, this has also led to an increase in obesity, chronic diseases, and general unhappiness. However, there is one group that has managed to avoid many of these changes: The Amish and other Plain Sect churches. By choosing not to participate in many aspects of modern society, they have managed to avoid many of the negative outcomes that are impacting the rest of America, especially our children.

The Amish Way of Life

The Amish, primarily the Older Order Amish, but also including Old Order Mennonites and other plain sect communities, have a unique way of life that sets them apart from the rest of society. They arrived in America during the Colonial era, fleeing religious persecution in Europe. Their community customs are dictated by the Ordnung, a set of church rules designed to encourage a simple, modest life, prevent social decay, and bind the community together. They live in tight-knit but decentralized church districts, each making most of its own decisions. Technology is largely forbidden in the home, even if it's allowed in a business setting.

Big Education and the Amish

The Amish have chosen to opt out of public education, instead favoring homeschooling and formal education in their own one-room schoolhouses through the eighth grade. This decision has had a significant impact on schooling in America, granting Americans the right to homeschool their children. The Amish believe in learning through work, with children working alongside their parents and siblings from an early age. This practical approach to education has allowed them to become fully functional, prosperous, contributing members of society without the burden of college debt.

The Welfare State and the Amish

The Amish believe in providing for members in need through the church community, rather than relying on the welfare system. This has shown that a tight-knit community can form an adequate safety net. They refuse government handouts of any kind. Most are exempted from paying into Social Security and all refuse to accept the program’s benefits. They do not put their elderly family members or the disabled into nursing facilities – rather, the extended family provides care in the home.

Big Pharma, Corporatized Medicine, and the Health Insurance Cartel

Unlike the wider American society, the Amish have a different approach to healthcare. They are generally suspicious of modern medicine and reject the idea of insurance. Instead, they pay cash for all services, which frees them from being bound to a system where care is limited to what an insurance carrier approves. Herbal remedies, midwives, chiropractors, and functional medicine practitioners are their first choice, with hospitals reserved for emergency scenarios. They also maintain a charitable fund to assist members facing large hospital bills.

The Covid Control Group

The Amish response to Covid-19 also served as a useful data point. When Pennsylvania issued stay-at-home orders and strongly encouraged churches to end in-person services, some Amish congregations initially complied. However, they soon chose to gather for their semi-annual communion service, fully aware that they might experience an outbreak. Those who stayed home used herbal remedies or ivermectin and most recovered fully and quickly. By the end of June, the nearly 50,000 Amish in central Pennsylvania had achieved herd immunity with little excess death and continued life as normal.

Big Tech and the Amish

While American children and teens struggle with the effects of Big Tech, the Amish continue to live a life that is largely unchanged from a century ago. They do not have televisions, tablets, radios, or internet access. Their children spend their time helping their parents with chores, attending school, and working full-time as apprentices once they reach their teenage years. Depression and anxiety are rare among them, and medications are even rarer.

The Agricultural Cartel and Raw Milk

The Amish also provide many Americans with the ability to opt out of Big Food with direct-to-consumer sales at their local farms. They have a wealth of farming knowledge and are among the few who still know how to grow crops without fossil fuels. Many of them are turning to nutrient-dense, farm-fresh foods to improve their health.

Conclusion: Eliminating the Control Group

Unfortunately, the Amish way of life is under threat. Due to child labor laws and other factors, fewer Amish men are farmers, and more are becoming carpenters or tradesmen. This is having a significant impact on the next generation and threatens the continuation of the Amish way of life. If they keep losing their farms, they will lose their way of life forever.

Join the Control Group

Many Americans are not just noticing the Amish way of life, they are following suit. They are attending Amish homesteading festivals and learning how to return to a simpler, freer way of life. The Amish way of life offers a glimpse into a life outside of the control grid, and it is up to us to protect this control group.

Bottom Line

The Amish way of life offers a unique perspective on modern society. They have managed to avoid many of the negative outcomes associated with modern life, and their way of life serves as a control group for the rest of society. As we rush towards a technocratic future, it is important to remember that there are alternative ways of living. What do you think about the Amish way of life and its implications for modern society? Share your thoughts with your friends and sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is every day at 6pm.