by Rod Williams, Sept. 2, 2025- I know it is easy to think that Trump is invincible and a long dark night of authoritarian rule is in store for America. On my bad days, I think the same. However, there is reason to be of good cheer. For one, we are not 1930's Germany, Italy, or Spain, nor are we current-day Hungary. Germany, Italy, and Spain did not have long traditions of democracy and strong institutions. Also, there was a real Communist threat that made the choice look like one between fascism and Communism. Those nations were in chaos, and the fascists offered stability. Hungary is corrupt and authoritarian, but it was not that long ago that it was a Communist nation. Democracy is not ingrained in Hungary as it is in America. I don't think the American people are ready to give up on democracy.
In addition to thinking that our constitutional democratic republic can ultimately withstand the strain of a Trump presidency, Trump is on a losing streak. There are specific developments to be pleased about that happened recently:
Trump administration use of National Guard in L.A. violated law, judge rules
In a Serious Challenge to Trumps One-man Rule, Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs.
Judge Blocks Deportation of Hundreds of Unaccompanied Children as Flights Were Ready to Take Off
Of course, some of these court rulings may be overturned on appeal. Also, Congress could choose to rubber-stamp the Trump Tariffs, making them legal. For now however, Trump is on a losing streak. Celebrate it. Be of good cheer.
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