LTE: Our representative democracy is at stake on Nov. 8
I realize that as a part of its messaging, the Republican Party likes to talk about how democracy is two wolves and a sheep deciding what to have for dinner. I also understand why they are against socialism and understand their reluctance to adopt policies that are socialist; like even when they are what would be the most just for the most people in our country.
What I don’t understand is why any Republican would support candidates that seemingly would do anything in their power to subvert the will of the people. In case you weren’t aware of it, and at the risk of sounding condescending, our republic is a representative democracy. I don’t mind if you don’t want to take me for my word. Look it up. It’s a fact. Once you’ve done that, let this sink in. If you vote for candidates who are willing to subvert democracy (our republic) by denying or attempting to overturn the will of the people, you won’t have a republic anymore either. You will have an unchecked dictatorship. Fascism! According to dictionary.com here is the definition of fascism: “a governmental system led by a dictator having complete power, forcibly suppressing opposition and criticism, regimenting all industry, commerce, etc., and emphasizing an aggressive nationalism and often racism.”
If the party in power decides who has power, the party is the dictator.
As a strong Democrat, I disagree with this outcome. Do I dislike the decisions of Republican politicians? Yes, usually I do. Do I hope that Republican votes be discounted forever? Not a chance! This is not what this country stands for.
https://www.heraldnet.com/opinion/our-representative-democracy-is-at-stake-on-nov-8/