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A 1930s movement wanted to merge the US, Canada and Greenland: Here's why it has modern resonances

The article discusses the historical movement from the 1930s known as the "North American Technate," which proposed the unification of the United States, Canada, and Greenland into a single technocratic state. This idea was driven by the belief that engineers and technical experts, rather than politicians, should govern society to address the economic and social issues of the Great Depression. The technocrats envisioned a society where resources and production were managed scientifically to eliminate economic scarcity and unemployment. Although the movement did not succeed, its concepts resonate today as modern discussions around technocracy, the integration of technology in governance, and the need for expert-driven solutions to global challenges like climate change and economic inequality echo similar themes. The article highlights how these historical ideas are reflected in current debates about the role of technology and expertise in solving contemporary societal problems.

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