It should not go unrecognized that @realDonaldTrump's effort to inflate his election performance without cause is typical of autocrats.https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/802972944532209664 …
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And, in the process, they do enormous damage to democratic institutions, which is a larger objective they share.
Because it is those institutions and supporting norms that present the most significant check on an authoritarian's power.
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When confidence in those institutions and norms has been sufficiently eroded, the authoritarian has a freer hand with which to wield power.
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Those wishing not to experience this should speak up every time
@realDonaldTrump attempts to walk us down this path. We must not tire of it. - 2 more replies
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I don't think Trump himself can think that clearly, to do that purposely. Bannon, maybe, pulling the strings?
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@TheRickWilson Thanks for voicing concerns that many of us have. Our "leaders" have gone silent B4 the storm.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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thank you, sir.
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Since 11/8, I've gone from bereft 2 angry 2 concerned. Tweetstorm from trump 2day moves me into terrified zone.
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thank you for being one the adults in the room.
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- Yes, but tho' I was
#NeverTrump, I've realized the left doesn't play by the rules, so Trump is forced to play dirty, too.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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Damn Evan, I probably disagree with you on every policy proposal but you keep speaking that truth to power.
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If Mr. Trump is unable/uninterested in upholding our institutions, our Constitution he could do most patriotic thing-resign
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