How to Run Against Donald Trump

Two articles were written in the last two days leading to today’s New Hampshire primary election. I was impressed with each article and will share parts of each article below. They take on the issue of how Haley should have run against Trump in the New Hampshire primary.

Trump is an authoritarian who is following the same path as other autocratic leaders, from Mussolini to Putin. Haley must be willing to attest to the fact that Trump is an autocrat and racist, who has been charged in 4 indictments with 91 felonies, found guilty of business fraud in New York state, and found guilty of rape and sexual assault in a New York courtroom.

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

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

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

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

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

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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Is Donald Trump Above the Law?

Special Counsel Jack Smith has petitioned the Supreme Court to decide if former President Donald Trump is immune from criminal prosecution related to charges from his term in office, as detailed in indictments from January 6. Trump’s lawyers argue he was fulfilling official duties and is thus immune. Smith has requested an expedited review, which if approved, could allow a trial to proceed in March 2024. It’s the first instance of a president being charged with crimes during his term.

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Far-Right Republicans Meet with Far-Right Hungarians in D.C.: Authoritarians @Work

Far-right Republicans are set to meet far-right Hungarian officials in Washington, D.C. This meeting comes amid shared support for Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, a far-right politician supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. They aim to push for ending US military support to Ukraine. The assembly will highlight issues like Ukraine’s war and transatlantic cultural wars and will happen amidst disagreements over Ukraine’s future in Washington.

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Was it a Training Exercise? And for Whom?

Dr. Bandy X. Lee, a forensic psychiatrist and expert on violence, has criticized former US President Donald Trump and his governance style in her books. She raises concerns about the potential ramifications if Trump’s alleged misdeeds, including interfering with the 2020 election, instigating violence, and utilizing divisive language, go unpunished. According to her and other experts in the field, Trump’s actions mirror autocratic tendencies, emphasizing the necessity of holding him accountable to prevent future upheavals in the context of the upcoming 2024 election.

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