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This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler

New Series: Twelve months to save American democracy?

Nov 15, 2023
51:55

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Quick takeaways

  • Trump's success is fueled by factors like incitement to violence and contempt for the rule of law.
  • A potential second Trump term poses dangers to American democracy, including dismantling civil service and suppressing free speech.

Deep dives

Trump's Threat to American Democracy

With Donald Trump seeking re-election, the question arises: Do Americans have 12 months to save their democracy? Trump's success in the Republican Party is fueled by factors such as Democratic Party actions, incitement almost to violence, contempt for the rule of law, and prejudice. Despite his controversial actions and rhetoric, he continues to lead in the polls. The danger lies in Trump being unbound in a potential second term, with even fewer constraints on his actions and disregard for democratic norms. The podcast discusses the potential semi-fascist nature of Trumpism and the challenges it presents to America's future.

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