VOICE OVER: Peter DeGiglio
WRITTEN BY: Joshua Garvin
From global superpower to struggling nation - we're examining how the United States is facing serious challenges on multiple fronts. Our countdown includes waning global influence, crumbling infrastructure, democratic backsliding, and more! Do you think these trends can be reversed, or is America following in Ancient Rome's footsteps? Let us know in the comments! We explore how America's aging population creates economic strain, how life expectancy is dropping for the first time in generations, and how the national debt has ballooned to over $37 trillion. From the mental health crisis affecting millions to extreme inequality where the top 10% hold nearly 70% of wealth, these signs point to a nation in serious decline. read more...