I hate that I found this through Facebook, but it was an interesting read. There are quite a few parallels to the US situation.
I’m not saying this could happen in the US, there were a LOT of unlikely situations that lined up, and some risky decisions that went unopposed, but not everything has to be identical for things to get bad.
I say it’s worth a read.
The article warns that even the most well-intentioned constitutions can be vulnerable to manipulation. It emphasizes the importance of robust democratic institutions, political stability, and a vigilant citizenry to safeguard democracy.
…with help from conservatives and centrists who feared socialism more than a convicted traitor who openly said he’s gonna abolish democracy.
See y’all in a couple months I guess
History may not repeat, but it often rhymes. Hopefully American will avoid rhyming with this bit of history.
They are already in the second or third stanza…
I read at the moment „The Berlin Diary“ by William L. Shirer.
He was a journalist who was stationed in Berlin during the Nazi reign and documented their rise to power.
I recommend it, it reads pretty easy and modern, despite the depressing topic.
USA be like:
Republicans: Hold my beer…
Paywall
Thenkie
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Or hit em with the 12 foot ladder!
What’s the best way to do that on mobile
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