Thank you, Johann... This is clear, straightforward, intellectually honest, and yet still damning.
One important if perhaps nitpicking point: "Trump came to office after winning a popular majority and with his party holding majorities in both houses" should read "after winning a close but undisputed plurality" and "a thin majority in the House plus a majority in the Senate skewed by undemocratic demographics"
I will share with family and friends, even those who might have supported the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
I also think he got a LOT of guidance from Hungary's president in all those meetings with him. I'm sure Putin gave him a lot of instruction also. Let's not forget the treasonous Federalist Society, several of whose members are on the S. Ct. and paved the way for this toppling of our government, a toppling which will probably lead to a revolution by the people, including some who had voted for him. If Democracy wins, all of the people who enabled this will be held accountable, regardless of who they are and what positions they hold.
This is courageous and wise. You're correct that things are moving too quickly for the courts to keep up. That's what's so dangerous, the possibility that things could change dramatically quickly (e.g., what if the WH invites the far-right German AFD party to visit, normalizing and elevating it, and they then do well in upcoming German elections...and this has further reverberations). What if essentially all career federal attorneys are fired, and additional agencies are disbanded overnight? All we can do is maintain our integrity and respective institutions, and remain vigilant. But that itself may not be adequate.
Canada has provided a strong voice against the Trump Tyranny by Charlie Angus (listen to his interviews on MeidasTouchNetwork). Where are similar voices from Congress?
I believe it will take one extremely courageous Senate Republican to speak out against the unconstitutional and illegal actions of the Trump-Musk regime. One strong voice would give cover to the many other Senate Republicans who are crouching in abject fear but who also know better. It only takes one.
Yes, King has not been shy about making his opinions known. The problem is he’s speaking as an independent. I guess it will take a Republican to establish a permission structure for the others to step forward. Let’s keep our fingers crossed.
Angus King has been speaking out eloquently on the Constitution and current violations of it (though he is an independent, he’s center-right), and so far has not made a difference.
I am so stirred by your words. We cannot allow letting this coup to continue. I am with you and our Constitution and the separation of power it holds. Thank you
WHAT IS THIS? FOR GOD SAKES, YOUR COUNTRY IS AT STAKE! YOUR SNIVELING AND WHINING. HERE’S A SIMPLE SOLUTION AND NON-BLOODY: DON’T PAY FEDERAL TAXES THIS YEAR. WHAT IF 1 MILLION PEOPLE DIDN’T PAY AND DIDN’T ENABLE THESE VERMIN TO RAPE OUR COUNTRY AND KILL OUR DEMOCRACY. YOUR ACTION IS FOR YOUR KIDS,GRAND KIDS.
The egod team has been rifling through the IRS gaining access to people’s linked bank accounts. Even if we don’t pay, they’ll reach in and vacuum it out.
This is a wonderful piece. However, we need to face the brutal facts. The Congress will not stand up to Trump. We should not waste time and energy hoping for Something that will not occur. Congress people will keep their seats and their privileges. If there is to be a challenge it must come in the streets. Unlike the Congressional cowards, mayors and governors do have a stake. Let’s hope they stand strong. It will take the people themselves with the help of mayors and governors to stop the king. It will not be Congress. Let us stop pursuing that fool’s gold.
Thank you, Johann... This is clear, straightforward, intellectually honest, and yet still damning.
One important if perhaps nitpicking point: "Trump came to office after winning a popular majority and with his party holding majorities in both houses" should read "after winning a close but undisputed plurality" and "a thin majority in the House plus a majority in the Senate skewed by undemocratic demographics"
I will share with family and friends, even those who might have supported the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Not a majority. Only 2/3 voted. Trump won a bare half of that. This leaves 2/3 of Americans not voting for him or not voting at all.
Thank you Johann, unfortunately what is happening looks like pages out of Hitler's playbook in the years leading up to WWII. We must resist.
T has been studying Hitler for decades.
I also think he got a LOT of guidance from Hungary's president in all those meetings with him. I'm sure Putin gave him a lot of instruction also. Let's not forget the treasonous Federalist Society, several of whose members are on the S. Ct. and paved the way for this toppling of our government, a toppling which will probably lead to a revolution by the people, including some who had voted for him. If Democracy wins, all of the people who enabled this will be held accountable, regardless of who they are and what positions they hold.
Bravo, Johann. Your voice is a courageous and important one.
Thank you for giving such a strong voice to what so many people are afraid to say.
This is courageous and wise. You're correct that things are moving too quickly for the courts to keep up. That's what's so dangerous, the possibility that things could change dramatically quickly (e.g., what if the WH invites the far-right German AFD party to visit, normalizing and elevating it, and they then do well in upcoming German elections...and this has further reverberations). What if essentially all career federal attorneys are fired, and additional agencies are disbanded overnight? All we can do is maintain our integrity and respective institutions, and remain vigilant. But that itself may not be adequate.
Prison for life for Tramp & Muskrat.
And for their enablers.
Canada's Charlie Angus has spoken out on several platforms against The Trump Tyranny. Where are the members of Congress doing the same?
Well written. Sadly, I don't think Congress has the intestinal fortitude to go up against trump and musk. I hope I'm proved wrong.
Canada has provided a strong voice against the Trump Tyranny by Charlie Angus (listen to his interviews on MeidasTouchNetwork). Where are similar voices from Congress?
Hope so for all our sakes.
I believe it will take one extremely courageous Senate Republican to speak out against the unconstitutional and illegal actions of the Trump-Musk regime. One strong voice would give cover to the many other Senate Republicans who are crouching in abject fear but who also know better. It only takes one.
Yes, King has not been shy about making his opinions known. The problem is he’s speaking as an independent. I guess it will take a Republican to establish a permission structure for the others to step forward. Let’s keep our fingers crossed.
Angus King has been speaking out eloquently on the Constitution and current violations of it (though he is an independent, he’s center-right), and so far has not made a difference.
I am so stirred by your words. We cannot allow letting this coup to continue. I am with you and our Constitution and the separation of power it holds. Thank you
I worry that they will resort to violence, as they realize that their supporters are weakening The desperation of a cornered Rat.
Thank you for standing up to be counted while many hid in the bushes
I am very afraid of the insane, narcissistic president and the harm he is doing to the USA. my adopted country.
WHAT IS THIS? FOR GOD SAKES, YOUR COUNTRY IS AT STAKE! YOUR SNIVELING AND WHINING. HERE’S A SIMPLE SOLUTION AND NON-BLOODY: DON’T PAY FEDERAL TAXES THIS YEAR. WHAT IF 1 MILLION PEOPLE DIDN’T PAY AND DIDN’T ENABLE THESE VERMIN TO RAPE OUR COUNTRY AND KILL OUR DEMOCRACY. YOUR ACTION IS FOR YOUR KIDS,GRAND KIDS.
Do you understand what the consequences would be?
Most of us have already paid, throughout the year. Sadly.
The egod team has been rifling through the IRS gaining access to people’s linked bank accounts. Even if we don’t pay, they’ll reach in and vacuum it out.
This is a wonderful piece. However, we need to face the brutal facts. The Congress will not stand up to Trump. We should not waste time and energy hoping for Something that will not occur. Congress people will keep their seats and their privileges. If there is to be a challenge it must come in the streets. Unlike the Congressional cowards, mayors and governors do have a stake. Let’s hope they stand strong. It will take the people themselves with the help of mayors and governors to stop the king. It will not be Congress. Let us stop pursuing that fool’s gold.
Thank you for saying all of this so well.
Brilliant 👏