“But over time, the executive branch grew exceedingly powerful. Two world wars emphasized the president’s commander in chief role and removed constraints on its power. By the second half of the 20th century, the republic was routinely fighting wars without its legislative branch, Congress, declaring war, as the Constitution required. With Congress often paralyzed by political conflict, presidents increasingly governed by edicts.”
Brother, I didn’t do shit. I’ve been vehemently against Trump since 2015. Do you blame Vladimir the grocery store clerk for Putin?
no, as I wouldn’t blame your kids because their ancestors rolled over and let democracy die
That’s exactly the problem. And I am obviously generalizing
What exactly could I have done? Be specific.
Here are two good articles about what to do
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/jan/24/trump-fascism-what-to-do
https://itsgoingdown.org/dont-just-do-nothing-20-things-you-can-do-to-counter-fascism/