Not directly. We have think tanks that decide what our society values, according to the rich and powerful. They pay our legislators to make laws they want for their corporations and institutions. One good thing though---we get to vote for the legislators. Legislators still have to listen to the people. People have to realize that public opinion is a powerful force as well.
Are all think tanks politically partisan Marguerite or are some of them substantive/valuable/honest? Nice to hear from you. Hope all is well with you and yours. Thank you for your reply and Happy Sunday! :)
Marguerite, the Beloved 