I was thinking how quaint is was that we once thought Russia/U.S.S.R was the

[Ferrets are Cool]

greatest threat to American democracy.

[underpants]

1. We were convinced they were 10 foot tall baby eating monsters

Turns out they drink a lot, eat a lot of sausage, and root for the team in red….basically it’s Wisconsin

[Ferrets are Cool]

2. Thanks for the laugh

[thomski64]

3. Looks like ...

... the enemy is us. Repeal 2nd amendment.
Confiscate fire arms from civilians. We can
compromise, but this should be the starting
offer.

[Initech]

4. I've always been convinced it's right wing propaganda that will do us in.

Shit just look at Florida and Texas - it's extremely clear that Ron DeSantis and Greg Abbott are both being manipulated by Rupert Murdoch's minions - and they are doing everything that Fox wants them to do.

[BeyondGeography]

5. They haven't exactly helped to put it mildly

Putin, when he isn’t directly meddling in our elections and funding RW causes, remains a strongman role model for Trump (who brags about the strength of the rouble) and retains a strong base of support in the GQP. His ruinous war has created headwinds for our economy, driven Biden’s poll numbers down (see “gas price trends, Feb. 24-present) and is being used as a selling point for the R’s. How has underestimating him worked out for American democracy?