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In reply to the discussion: We are witnessing a masterpiece of Russian tradecraft. [View all]ananda
(28,864 posts)I think we should all have a conversation on the effectiveness of Russian tactics and propaganda. In large part, I see its impact in what is happening in America now. Our democratic system is pretty much broken; the white hate groups are literally at war with the legitiimately elected branches of government; and the instruments for delivering societal safety programs are in deep decline, resulting in way too much suffering and death for the people who live here.
The last four years have been such a horror for so many; and like good Nazis all we have sat back and tolerated it, perhaps hoping that the election would make a difference. Yet now here we are in a country where all non-trumpers and non-conspiracy nuts must fear for their lives. Even the halls of Congress and the Senate have been infiltrated by real traitors and seditionists.
We ignore or tolerate this at our peril in every possible way such danger can present. There will be no unity and healing without the enforcement of the rule of law and a decently functioning government. I would like to live to see that happen, but frankly I'm a bit pessimistic. I always hope things turn out for the best, though.