The chapter explores the current challenges faced by American democracy in defending itself against anti-democratic forces, drawing parallels to historical examples like Hitler and Mussolini who exploited democratic processes to undermine democracy. Discussions revolve around President Biden's dilemma on whether to continue in the race to prevent a potential Trump victory, with debates on his ability to defeat Trump and internal struggles within the Democratic Party. The chapter also examines the threats posed by Trump's presidency to democracy, including the alignment of the conservative supermajority in the court with Trump's desires and the historical radicalization of the Republican Party towards strongman leadership.

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