Heather Cox Richardson on Donald Trump, MAGA and How We Fight Back
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Historical Echoes: Power and Democracy
This chapter examines the historical context of President Trump's military deployment in American cities, tracing parallels to the Reconstruction era and the implications of the Posse Comitatus Act. It emphasizes the cyclical challenges to democracy, urging active civic engagement to combat elite control and inaction among citizens. By drawing connections to past struggles for equality and the evolution of political awareness, the chapter expresses hope for new leadership that addresses contemporary issues.
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