Democrats and media allies plot to undermine Trump’s presidency, once more
Look at these captivating headlines from various major news publications throughout the past week:
A second Trump term ‘poses a threat to the existence of America as we know it,’ says The Atlantic’s top editor
– CNN.com, Dec. 5
IF TRUMP WINS: The staff of The Atlantic on the threat a second term poses to American democracy
– The Atlantic, Dec. 4
Why a Second Trump Presidency May Be More Radical Than His First
– The New York Times, Dec. 4
A Trump dictatorship is increasingly inevitable. We should stop pretending
– The Washington Post, Nov. 30
Outside of the mind-numbing repetition, it’s somewhat humorous watching the media actually suppose that a second Trump presidential term is possible. By nature of their convulsive coverage and commentary, we should already know it’s not. When one of the most authoritative voices in Washington preemptively declares a duly elected president “a threat to the existence of America,” how could anyone expect the government he would command in the same city to comply in any way?
They hardly did the first time. Remember the dorky bureaucrat who listened in on a harmless phone call and decided it was time to kick off an impeachment?
Trump doesn’t need to literally be killed in order for his opposition to strangle a second term (though I wouldn’t put it past them). He only needs to see his victory nullified by a bureaucracy that resists and a media that justifies every effort in defiance. Yes, even if it’s deadly. They’ve done it before.
Courts around the country will certainly do the same thing, regardless of any legalities. Democrat federal judges will lock up Trump’s second-term policy orders, with only the most barren attempts at rationalizing the rulings if a superior court concurs, great. If not, what’s an insurgent jurist got to lose by gumming up the gears and buying time for the next phase of obstruction?
They talk about a second term like it’s something everyone should be afraid of, even as national polls show a majority of voters willing to vote for it. “More than anything else, Mr. Trump’s vow to use the Justice Department to wreak vengeance against his adversaries is a naked challenge to democratic values,” wrote The New York Times on Monday. “Building on how he tried to get prosecutors to go after his enemies while in office, it would end the post-Watergate norm of investigative independence from White House political control.”
Whoa! A president using his Justice Department to take down his political opponents? Who would stand for such a thing?! In reality, what they’re warning of is a reckoning for what they’ve done. Understandably, they don’t want that. So they’re laying the groundwork now.
The headlines above are all about the same thing: preparation for assassination, metaphorical or otherwise.
How does the media’s portrayal of Trump as a power-hungry dictator impact the perception of democracy?
Thout valid reason or evidence, in the name of preserving democracy. The media will enthusiastically cheer them on, portraying Trump as a power-hungry dictator who must be stopped at all costs. This narrative will be repeated ad nauseam until it becomes accepted as fact by a significant portion of the population.
But let’s take a step back and examine the reality of the situation. Despite the polarizing nature of his presidency, Donald Trump was duly elected by the American people in 2016. He won the Electoral College fair and square, according to the rules set forth by the Constitution. And for four years, he served as the President of the United States, implementing policies and making decisions that some supported and others vehemently opposed.
If history has taught us anything, it is that the peaceful transfer of power is one of the foundations of democracy. Yet, the media and the political elite seem determined to undermine this fundamental principle. They cannot accept the fact that their preferred candidate lost the election, and they will stop at nothing to delegitimize Trump and his supporters.
It is ironic that those who claim to champion democracy and free speech are the ones who are actively working to suppress any dissenting voices. They label anyone who disagrees with their agenda as a threat to democracy, conveniently ignoring the fact that diversity of opinion is what makes democracies strong. By silencing those who support Trump and dismissing their concerns, they are contributing to the erosion of democracy, not protecting it.
Furthermore, the media’s role in perpetuating this narrative cannot be understated. They have a responsibility to provide unbiased, fact-based reporting to the public. Yet, time and time again, they have demonstrated their willingness to twist the truth and manipulate public opinion to fit their own agenda. They have shown a blatant disregard for journalistic integrity and have become willing mouthpieces for politicians and special interest groups.
So, no, a second Trump term does not pose a threat to the existence of America. The real threat comes from those who are actively working to undermine our democratic institutions and silence any opposition. The true danger lies in a media that prioritizes sensationalism over truth and a political class that is more interested in maintaining power than upholding the principles on which this country was founded.
As citizens, it is our duty to remain vigilant and question the narratives presented to us. We must not allow ourselves to be swayed by fear-mongering and propaganda. We must demand that our elected officials and the media act with integrity and respect for the democratic process.
Democracy is not a guarantee, it is a fragile and precious gift that must be protected and nurtured. Let us not forget the lessons of history and the importance of upholding the principles that have made America the beacon of democracy for the world.
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