Total 13 Posts
Another Trump indictment, the biggest one
5 min read
Former President Donald Trump faces a lawsuit for sparking a violent mob on January 6, 2021. His lawyers are desperate to find a way to escape the legal trouble. The lawsuit document reveals the shocking details of Trump’s actions and words. It is more thrilling than any Netflix show.
Large numbers of Americans want a strong, rough, anti-democratic leader
5 min read
A large proportion of Americans appear to be increasingly drawn to strong, authoritarian leaders who would violate democratic principles – a warning sign that democracy is under serious threat.
How those who want to divide us use language to stoke violence
6 min read
Language can provoke violence between groups, especially when people paint others as threats.
Never take Democracy for granted
3 min read
The January 8 riot attack on Brazil’s National Congress shows the consequences of choosing corrupt, populist, and fearmongering leaders.
Democracy under attack in Brazil: 5 questions about the storming of Congress and the role of the military
6 min read
The sacking of key democratic institutions in Brasilia has parallels with the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol but was different in one key way: the position of the military.
January 6 US Capitol attack: Deep state conspiracies haven’t gone away
5 min read
Why deep state conspiracies keep on spinning out of control.
An indictment wouldn’t end Trump’s run for the presidency – He could even campaign or serve from a jail cell
7 min read
Donald Trump made little mention of his personal legal battles as he announced his bid to retake the White House. But would an indictment end the former president’s run for presidency?