The Threat to Democracy in Trump’s Words
Trump’s vow to end voting if re-elected threatens the core of democracy, signalling a shift toward authoritarianism that demands urgent attention and resistance.
In the high-octane spectacle that is the American presidential campaign, there’s always been a fair share of grandstanding, bizarre promises, and jaw-dropping statements. But what’s happening now in the Trump campaign is beyond the usual political theatre—it’s something far more sinister, something that threatens the very bedrock of democracy. And it’s time we all take notice.
Over the weekend, Donald Trump stood before an adoring crowd and made a proclamation that should send shivers down the spine of every citizen who believes in the democratic process. With his usual bravado, he told the audience that if they vote for him in November, they will never have to vote again. Yes, you heard that right: the man who once held the highest office in the land is promising to make voting obsolete. “Get out and vote just this time,” he urged, “because after this time, you won’t have to do it anymore.”
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