Chapter
Rejecting Democracy in America
28:57 - 38:25 (09:28)
A growing number of grassroots activist groups in America are openly and proactively rejecting democracy, with some even claiming that it means mob rule, in the fear that it allows the majority to transform the country in ways that they do not agree with.
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Grassroots activists are openly rejecting the word "democracy", arguing that the US is a republic and that democracy means "mob rule".
28:57 - 33:11 (04:13)
Summary
Grassroots activists are openly rejecting the word "democracy", arguing that the US is a republic and that democracy means "mob rule". However, President Trump continues to use the term "democracy" to rally support for his cause.
ChapterRejecting Democracy in America
EpisodeThe Republic
PodcastThe Run-Up
Many far-right candidates running for office are using a clear anti-democracy message, claiming that the Republican Party is no different from the Democratic Party and that the elites are trying to suppress the will of the people.
33:11 - 35:51 (02:40)
Summary
Many far-right candidates running for office are using a clear anti-democracy message, claiming that the Republican Party is no different from the Democratic Party and that the elites are trying to suppress the will of the people. This message has become more prevalent since Trump's loss and the anxiety surrounding the state of America has reached existential proportions.
ChapterRejecting Democracy in America
EpisodeThe Republic
PodcastThe Run-Up
The feeling of being cheated in American politics is not unique to the 2020 election and has been shown throughout history, and it's often linked to changes in the cultural face of the country.
35:51 - 38:25 (02:34)
Summary
The feeling of being cheated in American politics is not unique to the 2020 election and has been shown throughout history, and it's often linked to changes in the cultural face of the country.