If there aren't condemnations from both sides of the aisle, then I don't really know whether this further erosion of our democracy can be stopped.
If there aren't condemnations from both sides of the aisle, then I don't really know whether this further erosion of our democracy can be stopped.
A strong liberal democracy, however, can endure that condition for longer than a weaker one. The US is a strong liberal democracy. The goal must, therefore, be to get out of the danger zone before it's too late. That means changing the hearts and minds of your fellow citizens.
(If you're asking how to do that... I am not remotely the right person to answer)
It's not a large majority; it's a narrow majority with somewhat of a thumb on the scale. But that thumb is substantial, and it's why they've controlled the government for the vast majority of the 21st century.
Maybe Abraham Lincoln should have let the South go. There's just too much difference in world views.
Treason was treated as a difference of opinions before, and people to this day think it's a cute cultural quirk. We need to do a better job of stamping it out this time, once the dust settles.
Sounds authoritarian not authoritative.
Repeatedly remind others about what has gone down so it doesn't happen again.
Having to vote the bums out is a slow process, as is litigation in the meantime.
Certainly, I share your hope for such an outcome, but I think it would be extremely foolish to make it your top priority.
2. Litigation takes time and is in almost all cases retrospective.
Open to other suggestions. Time travel is not exactly an option.
we can't stop fascism by complaining.