The Dangers of a Trump Presidency: Corruption, Division, and Chaos

His authoritarian tendencies and disregard for the rule of law put the very fabric of democracy at risk, leaving many to wonder what another term would mean for the country.

Libby Winkler
4 min readSep 13, 2024
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The Dangers of a Trump Presidency: Corruption, Division, and Chaos

In an era where democratic institutions face unprecedented challenges, the thought of another Donald Trump presidency looms large and dangerous.

Trump’s time in office from 2016 to 2020 revealed a troubling pattern of governance: one marked by rampant corruption, sharp division, and ongoing chaos. His authoritarian tendencies and disregard for the rule of law put the very fabric of democracy at risk, leaving many to wonder what another term would mean for the country.

Corruption: A Presidency Defined by Self-Interest

Donald Trump’s presidency was rife with scandal and unethical behavior, particularly when it came to exploiting the office for personal gain.

From day one, Trump refused to divest from his business interests, sparking numerous conflicts of interest. His family, who…

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Libby Winkler

Freelance writer who loves exploring the messiness of humanity, while poking around in nooks of life and shining light on all the things that make us complex..