I do not believe that autocratic regimes implode or explode quickly. Europe would be under Nazi rule today if Hitler was not confronted and defeated by the allies who sacrificed tremendous blood and treasure in defense of freedom and democracy. Fourteen independent nation states would still be under the thumb of the Soviet Union without economic pressures caused by the cold war arms race with the US.
Waiting for an implosion that takes years allows the autocracy to grow and inflict even greater destruction. As a parent with grown children and young grandchildren, I don't want to leave this mess for them to clean up. Those of us who have enjoyed the privileges and rights afforded to us in this great country must stand up and defend it now!
This is so smart. You’re right. Nothing ends or changes without pressure (massive as you note, or erosive over time.) To your point, few of us want to wait for the drips to wear away the rocks.
Well said, Reed. It seems you gave Cassandra the day off (mostly :) and brought in some much needed Stockdale. I liked it as I think it's the right formula for now. I have resigned myself (as best one can) to embrace the devastation that indeed must happen in these coming months with the firm conviction that it will all be necessary in order to demand the attention of those who, by their ignorance or lack of good information, forced this hell on us all. And then we must all apply ourselves to make sure that we have a vote that still matters in November, 2026.
Reed…great post! Sounds like the work the Union is doing around the US will be more critical than ever! But I have a question and I really don’t understand why to sit back and watch Trump, INC destroy American? Isn’t he committing TREASON supporting Russian , out enemy?????Sitting back and watching the daily horror show seems idiotic an unpatriotic!!!! Why isn’t there some way to get him out of office without waiting for the courts? Send in the army to physically remove him/ Vance? Please tell me this can be done ! We need to have threatening actions just like he is conducting his presidency. Nothing is going through COngress…everything is EO from him…this cant be legal and def shouldn’t be tolerated!
Thanks, Reed. Just the kick in the pants I needed today. Appreciate your voice and the work you do!
I do not believe that autocratic regimes implode or explode quickly. Europe would be under Nazi rule today if Hitler was not confronted and defeated by the allies who sacrificed tremendous blood and treasure in defense of freedom and democracy. Fourteen independent nation states would still be under the thumb of the Soviet Union without economic pressures caused by the cold war arms race with the US.
Waiting for an implosion that takes years allows the autocracy to grow and inflict even greater destruction. As a parent with grown children and young grandchildren, I don't want to leave this mess for them to clean up. Those of us who have enjoyed the privileges and rights afforded to us in this great country must stand up and defend it now!
This is so smart. You’re right. Nothing ends or changes without pressure (massive as you note, or erosive over time.) To your point, few of us want to wait for the drips to wear away the rocks.
Well said, Reed. It seems you gave Cassandra the day off (mostly :) and brought in some much needed Stockdale. I liked it as I think it's the right formula for now. I have resigned myself (as best one can) to embrace the devastation that indeed must happen in these coming months with the firm conviction that it will all be necessary in order to demand the attention of those who, by their ignorance or lack of good information, forced this hell on us all. And then we must all apply ourselves to make sure that we have a vote that still matters in November, 2026.
Reed…great post! Sounds like the work the Union is doing around the US will be more critical than ever! But I have a question and I really don’t understand why to sit back and watch Trump, INC destroy American? Isn’t he committing TREASON supporting Russian , out enemy?????Sitting back and watching the daily horror show seems idiotic an unpatriotic!!!! Why isn’t there some way to get him out of office without waiting for the courts? Send in the army to physically remove him/ Vance? Please tell me this can be done ! We need to have threatening actions just like he is conducting his presidency. Nothing is going through COngress…everything is EO from him…this cant be legal and def shouldn’t be tolerated!
Amen, Amen! Thanks, Reed. Fighting and staying active as best as I can.