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The American Authoritarian Mindset: Understanding Our Nation’s Path to Oppression

The American Authoritarian Mindset: Understanding Our Nation’s Path to Oppression

Posted by | Jan 22, 2024 | ,

Authoritarianism is a mindset that is characterized by a strong belief in the power of authority and a tendency to support the status quo. This mindset is often seen in the United States, where it is deeply rooted in the nation’s history and culture. It is a mindset that has been used to justify oppressive policies and practices, and it has been linked to a range of social and political issues.

The post examines authoritarianism in the context of present political dilemma.

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Ceasefire

Ceasefire

Posted by | Jan 10, 2024 |

I’ve seen a man on Marietta Square holding a sign that asks for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas. I stopped today to talk with him, and wrote this post to honor him.

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Safeguarding Democracy: Preventing Authoritarianism in the United States

Safeguarding Democracy: Preventing Authoritarianism in the United States

Posted by | Jan 6, 2024 | ,

In recent years, concerns about the rise of authoritarianism have become more prominent globally and within the United States. This post is a call to action so that you can engage in meaningful action.

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Exit, Maine, Mr. Trump

Exit, Maine, Mr. Trump

Posted by | Dec 28, 2023 | ,

Maine’s Secretary of State wrote: I am mindful that no secretary of state has ever deprived a presidential candidate of ballot access based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. I am also mindful, however, that no presidential candidate has ever before engaged in insurrection.”

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Trump is Disqualified Not Because of Age, or Birth, But because he meets the 14th Amendment Disqualification Clause

Trump is Disqualified Not Because of Age, or Birth, But because he meets the 14th Amendment Disqualification Clause

Posted by | Dec 26, 2023 | ,

Donald Trump’s disqualification from running for president is front and center of American politics. The U.S. Constitution makes it very clear what qualifies and disqualifies a person who seeks the presidency.

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