Republicans have shown their stripes
|
March 28, 2025 7:00 AM
The Republican Party doesn’t believe in the rule of law. They believe in Trump's rule, which is conditional because it comes at the expense of personal freedoms. Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat describes this process as “moral deregulation.”
This devolution means people give up their rights, bit by bit, to a cultist leader who demands obedience and loyalty.
Trump’s version of authoritarianism is cruel, conditional and vindictive. He cultivates and rewards people for their obedience and punishes those who disagree, often at the expense of their freedom, ethics, and Social Security.
Become a Subscriber!
You have read all of your free articles this month. Select a plan below to start your subscription today.
Already a subscriber? Login
