It is possible (likely?) that Trump will be defeated in Nov. But even if there is a peaceful transfer of power, that will not be the end of Trumpism—a corrosive acid that has been injected into our cultural bloodstream. It will require years of reckoning and national detox.

May 11, 2020 · 5:37 PM UTC

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Replying to @RobertEllsberg
That's an interesting point. If he loses, for the movement to continue going forward they will have to find another candidate that is as vitriolic and narcissistic as he is. It's not impossible, but it isn't necessarily an easy sell.
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They don’t need a new leader. They will always have Trump and the legend of the “lost cause.”
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg
Yes, and none of that will happen unless there is significant national will in that direction, along with effective leadership. Imo, the restoration of health will require, first of all, the restoration of the Fairness Doctrine and the de-licensing of Fox News.
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg
@RevDrBarber long said in NC that Trump is a symptom not the disease. Where I grew up (AL), the disease was part of the 1700s DNA Alabama imported from France (oligarchy).
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg
It’s a virus
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In this age of such division aided by Trump's harsh ignorance, I wonder how the Catholic Church will respond going forward. Under Francis ...will American prelates strive to be pastors or stay mired in the comfort of being princes in a false kingdom? Where is the Cross?
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg @KempKeepnItReal
And look for the leader of this view to be Nikki Haley of SC.
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg @bettyaberlin
There is no outcome in November where Trumpism goes away. We could hope for a Dem sweep that gives solid majorities in each house but Trumpism is the current phase of a cultural sickness and the Dem platform is not a cure. Millions immerse in a toxic narrative daily...
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg @yourauntemma
Corrosive Acid. A perfect description of his mental health.
Replying to @RobertEllsberg @yourauntemma
So imagine for a moment he starts his own channel (like he wants)...now imagine his crazy insane loooong winded nonsensical rants... Hour after hour after hour of the "ME" Show...🤡 It'll crash and burn... BUT, it WILL keep him occupied while charges are being filed...😎
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