If the right creates a dictatorship, should We the People overthrow the government?

[Josie]

If the right does what some people are saying they want ---- creating a dictatorship ala Gilead, destroying the democratic republic that we have now --- should We the People band together to overthrow that government?

 

[Lycanthrope]

"When in the course of human events..."

 

[Tigerace117]

If the right does what some people are saying they want ---- creating a dictatorship ala Gilead, destroying the democratic republic that we have now --- should We the People band together to overthrow that government?

A rather large if.

After all, while the right certainly has the intent, they lack the competence.

 

[Captain Adverse]

If the right does what some people are saying they want ---- creating a dictatorship ala Gilead, destroying the democratic republic that we have now --- should We the People band together to overthrow that government?

If any form of dictatorship occurs, whether a "strong man" Fascist form, a "dictatorship of the proletariat" Communist form, or any other "One-Party Rule" Socialist (even religiously based) form, then the answer is a strong firm YES!

I refer you (and anyone else) to the Declaration of Independence which preceded the Foundation of our current government, and point to the purpose of the Bill of Rights and especially the Second Amendment.

 

[Josie]

"When in the course of human events..."

So....yes?

 

[Ambig]

If the right does what some people are saying they want ---- creating a dictatorship ala Gilead, destroying the democratic republic that we have now --- should We the People band together to overthrow that government?

I suspect it would begin with a strike. Decent and patriotic Americans could shut down the country by refusing to go to work, refusing to pay taxes, blocking major highways, stuff like that.

Also, really huge protest crowds.

But I hope we don't have to find out.

 

[EMNofSeattle]

If the right does what some people are saying they want ---- creating a dictatorship ala Gilead, destroying the democratic republic that we have now --- should We the People band together to overthrow that government?

Margaret Atwood is a terrible author and her fake and gay dictatorship in the book would never happen.

I do however think it’s possible that as the regime gets less and less competent, a new Bonaparte might rise up. Several riders and political theorists I follow, have hypothesized the possibility of the ascent of a future American Cesar

 

[redbeer]

If the right does what some people are saying they want ---- creating a dictatorship ala Gilead, destroying the democratic republic that we have now --- should We the People band together to overthrow that government?

No, because the right will not create a dictatorship. Most importantly is to look around today.....a one party totalitarian government is being formed, as we speak via the democrats.

 

[Josie]

No, because the right will not create a dictatorship. Most importantly is to look around today.....a one party totalitarian government is being formed, as we speak via the democrats.

That wasn't the question, though.

 

[Ambig]

I do however think it’s possible that as the regime gets less and less competent, a new Bonaparte might rise up to overthrow the human resources and diversity equity and inclusion crowded.

But we experienced the least possible competence between 2017 and 2021, and that didn't happen.

Clearly, incompetence is not enough to set off a revolution.

 

[Tigerace117]

If any form of dictatorship occurs, whether a "strong man" Fascist form, a "dictatorship of the proletariat" Communist form, or any other "One-Party Rule" Socialist (even religiously based) form, then the answer is a strong firm YES!

I refer you (and anyone else) to the Declaration of Independence which preceded the Foundation of our current government, and point to the purpose of the Bill of Rights and especially the Second Amendment.

Fascism is not left wing, and there is no such thing as a “religiously based socialist dictatorship”

 

[EMNofSeattle]

But we experienced the least possible competence between 2017 and 2021, and that didn't happen.

Clearly, incompetence is not enough to set off a revolution.

Trump was actually fairly competent in what he took the decision to actually do. The king was getting bad advice in many areas. I think one reason why the left is really afraid of Donald Trump running in 2024, is that if Trump wins again he knows what has to happen and knows the left Well not extend any goodwill towards him.

 

[EMNofSeattle]

Fascism is not left wing, and there is no such thing as a “religiously based socialist dictatorship”

Fascism is the logical conclusion of liberal principles. It is not a conservative ideology.

At least in regards to Italy, otherwise fascism is just an insult word you throw around To describe any rival to the political left.

 

[Josie]

I suspect it would begin with a strike. Decent and patriotic Americans could shut down the country by refusing to go to work, refusing to pay taxes, blocking major highways, stuff like that.

Also, really huge protest crowds.

But I hope we don't have to find out.

Same. Would your answer then be "yes"?

 

[Callen]

I think that most of the Americans who allowed it to happen will wake up to the dangers and deal with the issue democratically. It won't be easy to get back but the majority will prevail. Violence can not be allowed to be the answer.

 

[Slartibartfast]

If any form of dictatorship occurs, whether a "strong man" Fascist form, a "dictatorship of the proletariat" Communist form, or any other "One-Party Rule" Socialist (even religiously based) form, then the answer is a strong firm YES!

I refer you (and anyone else) to the Declaration of Independence which preceded the Foundation of our current government, and point to the purpose of the Bill of Rights and especially the Second Amendment.

So it’s your contention that the American right is attempting to form a communist or socialist government instead of a fascist one?

 

[OrphanSlug]

It is not a matter of if, but when.

The Republican Party has become the party of authoritarianism and we have every reason to conclude that today's "conservatives" would be all to happy with a theocratic brutal to opposition filled with violence dictatorship of a nation.

 

[Tigerace117]

Fascism is the logical conclusion of liberal principles. It is not a conservative ideology.

At least in regards to Italy, otherwise fascism is just an insult word you throw around To describe any rival to the political left.

No, fascism is a backlash to liberal principles like “women having rights”, “not slaughtering minorities”, and other things that offend the right.

Considering the fact that the Italian right keeps praising Mussolini, calling them out on it is not a “insult word” bud ....it’s a statement of fact.

 

[Josie]

I think that most of the Americans who allowed it to happen will wake up to the dangers and deal with the issue democratically.

How, when the democratic republic has been destroyed?

It won't be easy to get back but the majority will prevail.

What if the majority is with the dictatorship?

Violence can not be allowed to be the answer.

Never under any circumstances should it be a violent revolt?

 

[Ambig]

Trump was actually fairly competent in what he took the decision to actually do. The king was getting bad advice in many areas.

Trump had no idea how to run a government and very little interest in doing so. He was in the whole thing for one reason: Trump.

He suffers a serious mental disability and a complete lack of moral reasoning.

I think one reason why the left is really afraid of Donald Trump running in 2024, is that if Trump wins again he knows what has to happen and knows the left Well not extend any goodwill towards him.

I hope the left is excited about Trump running in 2024. I certainly am.

America has had time to see who he is. He'll be beaten badly in any presidential election.

If not, we are all doomed.

 

[PeacefulWarrior]

Several riders and political theorists I follow

Alex Jones? Hannity?

 

[redbeer]

That wasn't the question, though.

The question is based upon a non existent fallacy which will never occur......these are only in the minds of those brainwashed by liberal outlets and pundits.

 

[Captain Adverse]

So it’s your contention that the American right is attempting to form a communist or socialist government instead of a fascist one?

Non sequitur

(Sigh). Please read for comprehension, and do not project your "views" onto my position.

I mean what I write, not what you want to think it means.

 

[Redress]

If the right does what some people are saying they want ---- creating a dictatorship ala Gilead, destroying the democratic republic that we have now --- should We the People band together to overthrow that government?

I reject the premise: no one is going to make a dictatorship here.

 

[EMNofSeattle]

No, fascism is a backlash to liberal principles like “women having rights”, “not slaughtering minorities”, and other things that offend the right.

Considering the fact that the Italian right keeps praising Mussolini, calling them out on it is not a “insult word” bud ....it’s a statement of fact.

This is dangerous and irresponsible rhetoric, please cut it out