As America backslides into fascism and authoritarian consolidation, what do you think should be done to course correct?

  • shirro@aussie.zone
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    4 hours ago

    I wish you were wrong. Occasionally societies hit huge decision points when something outrageous happens and they have an opportunity to rise together and overcome adversity and become their better selves. And the world looks on with awe and respect.

    The US had this opportunity after Columbine. And every month or so after for decades. After each outrage to parents and society so horrible you think surely they will act now. But they never do.

    That is how you know they don’t have what it takes to stand up to authoritarians. If they did they would have done what any decent society would have done years ago. They don’t have it sadly. They are waiting for Superman or Captain America to save them. Mythological heroes are the only sort they have now.