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The Death of Democracy — Can this Phoenix Rise from Ashes?
In the state of our union, can we save ourselves? Are we in a terminal state — simply in a form of hospice — only waiting for our country to die?
Growing up in America, we are taught of our heritage as the great melting pot.
Well, at least a version of it.
We embrace our heritage of bravery, opportunity, and hard work. Our ancestors came to this new land in search of more freedoms, and rights.
Well, at least a version of it.
School children are conditioned, indoctrinated to believe with enough hard work success is theirs for taking. Systemic, compulsory, state-sponsored patriotism indoctrinates public school children from a young age. Non-compliance is not an option.
This is the face of fascism.
Democracy — Is It A Failed Experiment?
Our forefathers understood the significance of the government they were crafting and creating.
The writers of our Constitution had only recently waged a successful revolution to free themselves from an oppressive monarchy. They embarked on a voyage and crafted a bicameral system to ensure future generations would be…
