I love "Survivor", which you have probably already guessed, since I take the
time to do this website.  The action and drama is fine, but what I really enjoy
is the dynamics of human relationships.  I've always liked stories of despe-
rate people facing stressful circumstances, such as Scott of the Antarctic.
But as I matured, my attention has been more focused on the psycho-poli-
tics of our species.  Politics is the 4th step of philosophy (preceded by meta-
physics, epistemology, and ethics, then followed by aesthetics).  How we
interact with one another in a group dynamic is intriguing.  "Survivor" can
demonstrate vast political concepts very neatly in a microcosm. 

This season has been excellent thus far in portraying that eternal struggle
that Ayn Rand wrote about, between the collective and the individual.  I am
getting ahead of myself, but in this week's episode, we had the classic tell-
tale sign of this struggle of political views.  You'll have to read on to find it,
but I felt it necessary to prepare you for it's shocking signature.  For I will
comment on it in such a way that may offend many who read this article. 
However, it is the obligation of every one who loves freedom and embraces
the concept of the individual to be on guard for this evil, and expose it when
it chooses to rear it's ugly head.  In the 20th Century, a major world war was
fought costing many millions their lives because some choose to practice
this evil.  Many more millions were enslaved by collectivism in what we had
called "the Cold War".  A conscious effort must always be made by those
who possess a rational mind to oppose this evil.

This week's episode begins the night following another trip to Tribal Council
by the Moron (Morgan) Tribe.  After losing their second Immunity Challenge,
as well as third overall challenge, in a row, they sulk back to their camp.  All
are depressed from their string of defeats.  It's another cold night of sleep-
ing on a crummy bamboo floor.  Andrew is concerned about the continuing
lack of sleep and their losing ways.  The Morons are starting to believe they
can never win against the Drakes.  On the morning of Day 7, Lil prays for
strength and guidance after her only friend, RyanS, had been eliminated. 
Will she be the next one to go?

After being treated to happy music and scenes of playful dolphins, we see
the Drakes awaking.  An attempt is made to find the treasure, but they lack
sufficient information.  Tree mail announces the next Reward Challenge. 
They are pumped and ready to win another clue to the buried treasure of
goodies.  There is some tension as an argument breaks out between Sandra
and Jon as to whom is the better swimmer of the two.  Both tribes gather at
Snapping Duck Bay on Challenge Island.  Today's contest is a naval battle
of sorts, with each tribe getting two rowboats, each to be manned by three
members.  Each boat has 8 large corks plugging holes in the sides.  The
object is to sink both of the enemies' boats and win the prizes, a mattress,
4 sets of pillows and blankets, another clue, and a chance to raid the other's
camp.  Jon and Michelle sit out the competition for Drake. 

The Moron's get off to a bad start as Osten nearly falls overboard, and in
the process, fills his boat with a good deal of water.  A cork is then unplugged
from his boat, then another.  It soon begins to lie low at the bow, which
prompts Osten, Tijuana, and Lil to paddle away from the action. The Drakes
are now free to double-team the remaining Moron's boat.  Rupert, in a show
of strength, gets an oar into the boat and forces it below sea level.  Osten
and his boat return to do battle, but by his actions and awkwardness, Osten
again causes lots of water to fill.  Eventually, he sinks his own boat.  The
Drakes then quickly dispatch the Moron's second boat.  Drake win's again!

That evening, the Morons lick their wounds and mull over their defeat.  As
Andrew comments on how it was Rupert who defeated them, Osten, who
had much to do with their loss, tries to point out that all it takes is one act
of victory to turn things around.  Lil tries to cheer them up with promising
to go fishing in the morning.  The others suggest another join her, but as
dawn breaks, they stay in the shelter, being the lazy bums they are.  Lil
goes off on her own, much to the angst of the others.  Does she not realize
that the mob must wallow together?  Lil almost catches an inedible blow-
fish, and winds up losing their last hook.  When she returns and reports this
to the hive, they are angry as bees with her.  Andrew, Osten, and RyanO
gather to discuss this, and their plan for world conquest.  RyanO comments
on how all this individualism must be abolished.

The Drakes examine the second clue but before any treasure hunting, they
decide on Christa being the chosen pirate to pillage the Moron's of one of
their pots for boiling water.  When she arrives, she chummys-up with the
Moron's.  It is here when we get the 'tell' that shows how the Moron's think.
Andrew asks Christa, "Who is your leader?".  They are astonished that the
Drakes have none!  No hierarchy?  No Fuerher?  No Four-Year Plan?  How
could this be?  The Drakes are just a bunch of individuals cooperating for
a common good.  ANARCHY!!!  As Christa walks off with their pot, Der
Fuerher Andrew remarks on how unorganized the Drakes must be.  The
Game now belongs to the Morons, who have the Will to Triumph!

Day 8 and tree mail announces the next Immunity Challenge.  Each tribe
must choose their smallest and strongest members.  The Moron's choose
Darrah as their smallest and Uberman Osten as their strongest.  Der Fuerher
tries to pump Osten up and restore him to the Uberman he was when he
first arrived.  But, sadly, Osten is living proof of the Myth of the Uberman,
for he has been a hollow shell from Day One.  The two tribes meet and Jeff
explains the event.  Darrah and Michelle are suspended by ropes and pul-
leys on tripods out in the bay.  The remaining tribe members must stand
behind hitching posts and hold a rope that keeps their member aloft.
Osten and Rupert are the respective anchors.  Every five minutes, one from
each tribe must let go and return to the starting mat.  At the end, it will be
a final contest between Osten and Rupert.  The tribe that lets go first loses.
Burton and Trish sit out for Drake.

The initial start is uneventful.  The real action begins when it is just Osten
and Rupert.  Rupert, full of confidence, gives Osten a glare, signaling that
he has already won this match.  Incredibly, Osten hangs in there, but after
90 minutes, Jeff announces that they must get off their backs and stand on
their feet for the remainder.  Rupert shows some signs of struggle as he
tries to find his ideal position.  Jeff wonders out loud on if one of the two
ladies will grow weary and quit.  At the 2 hour mark, Jeff tells them they
can no longer use their hitching posts to support the rope or themselves.
Rupert immediately backs off with ease, but Osten has not.  Jeff must tell
the Uberman several times to raise the rope higher and get off the post. 
Osten finally succumbs and lets go.  Drake wins again!

Day 9 and more sulking at the Moron's camp.  The alliance of Andrew,
Osten, RyanO, and Tijuana target Lil and Darrah.  While Lil does contribute
more to the daily routine, they seem to think that Darrah is better at the
competitions.  Andrew goes off to chat with Lil, Tijuana with Darrah.  Lil
tries to convince Andrew that she is more valuable than Darrah, but all Der
Fuerher wants to know if Lil is prepared to sacrifice herself for the State. 
Tijuana's conversation with Darrah is one-sided, as Darrah is completely
clueless.  This makes Darrah more desirable as a Socialist drone.

At Tribal Council, Jeff informs the Morons that they will soon be the losing-
est tribe in "Survivor" history.  Der Fuerher is still optimistic.  He promises
a victory next time.  Osten, RyanO and Tijuana are all still optimistic.  Darrah
brags about how great a competitor she is.  Lil tells Jeff she was proud
when Der Fuerher praised her for her work ethic.  It's time to vote.

Lil voted to boot Darrah.  The rest voted for Lil.  Jeff tries to snuff out her
torch, but it remained lit.  He chides that "They don't want you to go".  Lil
responds with a sarcastic, "Yeah, right."  The second attempt succeeds
and Lil is sacrificed for the good of the tribe.  She should be proud to give
up her position for the sake of the others.  Yeah, right! 

SPOILERS:  Some of the Drakes are getting fed up with Jon, to the point
where they even consider throwing the next Immunity Challenge.  Rupert
thinks they are traitors and should walk the plank.  Meanwhile, Osten has
another bad day.  Looks like he may drown.  Oh well, at least he will sacri-
fice himself for the tribe.   Afterall, he is the Uberman, the man of the future,
who will bring victory to the Morons.  His superhuman strength will over-
come all obstacles, and serve his Fuerher to the bitter end for the glory of
the Moron Reich!