Going back to WW2, I've heard a lot about how the Nazis differed from the communists because they were extreme rightists while the Soviets were extreme leftists. Looking at the situation in both countries and the leadership the populations embraced, I don't see much difference in their messaging to and handling of any dissidents that opposed their policies. From my view, two peas in the same pod.
In today's USA, the rightists are comprised of MAGA and the leftists include many extreme views with their own personal agendas, including the DSA, BLM and LGBTQ+ groups who's only common ties lie in their opposition to MAGA. From my point of view, two peas in the same pod. Do these people make up the majority of Americans? Not by a long shot but there are far too many Americans who choose to support their side regardless of differences because those in power both reinforce the idea that there are only two choices and if you aren't supporting one side or the other then you're wasting your vote.
It's time for Americans to smarten up, look at the vast majority of their leaders understanding that the most important policy any of them have is to maintain their own political power and start searching out candidates who have and live the moral and ethical values needed to further our position in the world while maintaining American values here. Any candidate that enjoys the full support of either Republican or Democrat leadership needs to be viewed through very discerning lenses and for the most part dismissed as part of the problem and not part of a solution.
Great way to start the day Steve.
Going back to WW2, I've heard a lot about how the Nazis differed from the communists because they were extreme rightists while the Soviets were extreme leftists. Looking at the situation in both countries and the leadership the populations embraced, I don't see much difference in their messaging to and handling of any dissidents that opposed their policies. From my view, two peas in the same pod.
In today's USA, the rightists are comprised of MAGA and the leftists include many extreme views with their own personal agendas, including the DSA, BLM and LGBTQ+ groups who's only common ties lie in their opposition to MAGA. From my point of view, two peas in the same pod. Do these people make up the majority of Americans? Not by a long shot but there are far too many Americans who choose to support their side regardless of differences because those in power both reinforce the idea that there are only two choices and if you aren't supporting one side or the other then you're wasting your vote.
It's time for Americans to smarten up, look at the vast majority of their leaders understanding that the most important policy any of them have is to maintain their own political power and start searching out candidates who have and live the moral and ethical values needed to further our position in the world while maintaining American values here. Any candidate that enjoys the full support of either Republican or Democrat leadership needs to be viewed through very discerning lenses and for the most part dismissed as part of the problem and not part of a solution.
Behold, the rotten fruits: Graham Platner, Ken Paxton.
Exactly
Very well said, by both of you.