Occupy Wall Street has been a prominent movement in America since September 17, 2011. This movement draws a parallel between the occupation of Wall Street and the occupation of Palestine, with a focus on global Zionism. The roots of this movement can be traced back to the occupation of native lands in America, which reflects a similar monopolistic control seen throughout American history, particularly within the economic and financial systems. This article delves into the reasons behind the emergence of Occupy Wall Street as a significant social phenomenon in America. The central question explored in this article is why Occupy Wall Street gained traction as a serious social trend. The answer lies in the phenomenon of the one percent society, which represents the minority’s dominance over the majority, and is characterized by exceptionalism at three levels: epistemic, institutional, and programmatic. The American people’s protest is not solely directed at the economic situation, but also against this “exceptionalist social system”. It has resulted in a crisis of majority rule, where minority interests take precedence over democracy, leading to what can be termed a “democracy crisis”. (Source: S. Ameli’s research article)
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