In 'America Is Already Great; Its Leadership Class Is Not', Charles Hugh Smith argues that America's greatness is overshadowed by the self-serving actions of its leadership class across all sectors. He critiques this class for prioritizing their wealth over the needs of ordinary Americans and urges voters to seek real leaders committed to public interest over personal gain. Smith describes the pervasive corruption and the dangers of current trends like offshoring and AI dependency, portraying a dire need for change in leadership to prevent further decline.