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Of the People, By the People, For the People
Alan Zendell, May 27, 2022, Abraham Lincoln thus defined democratic government. The concept and the images it evoked were the central ideas of his political philosophy, to which he often returned, most notably in closing his Gettysburg Address: “we here … Continue reading
It’s Always Darkest Just Before Dawn
Alan Zendell, February 6, 2022 Apparently, people have been saying that for four hundred years. Whenever things look really bleak, when people are terrified or sad and feeling hopeless, that mantra helps them stay sane. The darker it gets the … Continue reading
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Tagged atlantic city, fake news, Fascism, germany, greed, Hungary, insurrection, justice, racism, Republican Party, supreme court, Trumpism, truth, Venezuela
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The American Renewal Project
Alan Zendell, May 14, 2021 Dystopian futures fascinate us. Whether it’s an alien invasion, a zombie apocalypse or a nuclear holocaust, we are irresistibly drawn to tales describing how our country or our world might be destroyed. As early as … Continue reading
Saving Our Democracy
Alan Zendell, May 9, 2021 Sometimes, it’s necessary to get out of the weeds and adjust our perspective. Context is everything. That’s truer for the current struggle for control of the Republican Party than anything else happening in America. Suppressing … Continue reading
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Tagged economic recovery, Facebook, Fascism, isolationism, pandemic, populism, racism, Republican Party, Trump, Twitter, vaccinations, voter suppression, xenophobia
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The Mind Of a Trump Supporter
Alan Zendell, February 21, 2021 Don’t let the title fool you. I have no idea what goes on in the mind of a Trump supporter. The things they say usually make me roll my eyes. Absent any other information, it … Continue reading
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Tagged analysis, antifa, Big Lie, COVID, data, half million deaths, insurrection, lack of character, Oath Takers, Pied Piper, populist appeal, predictions, Proud Boys, Republican Party, USAToday poll
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Trump’s Second Impeachment Trial is Much More Than That
Alan Zendell, February 8, 2021 It’s going to be ugly and unpleasant. At times it will be infuriating and frustrating. And there will doubtless be moments when we feel shame exposing our darkest, seamiest aspects to the entire world. They’ll … Continue reading
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Tagged cancer of Trumpism, conspiracy, constitution, diplomacy, extremist websites, extremists, free speech, insurrection, journaism, militias, Mitch McConnell, moral authority, normailing relations, Republican Party, Rule of Law, Senate, social media, trade, Trump brand
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The Conservative View of Impeachment
Alan Zendell, December 21, 2019 Because I believe that all Americans have the inalienable right to a roof over their heads, nutritious food on their tables, and access to basic health care, many people “accuse” me of being a Liberal … Continue reading
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Tagged Alexander Hamilton, conservatism, Consititution, ethics, foreign interference, Jeff Flake, John Bolton, Liberal, Mick Mulvaney, monarchy, morals, principles, Republican Party, U. S. Senate, values
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