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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsMadeleine Albright writes: "Will We Stop Trump Before Its Too Late?"
The New York Times @nytimesIn Opinion
Madeleine Albright writes: "Fascism and the tendencies that lead toward fascism pose a more serious threat now than at any time since the end of World War II" https://t.co/pdhWQLtBg0
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____If freedom is to prevail over the many challenges to it, American leadership is urgently required. This was among the indelible lessons of the 20th century. But by what he has said, done and failed to do, Mr. Trump has steadily diminished Americas positive clout in global councils.
Instead of mobilizing international coalitions to take on world problems, he touts the doctrine of every nation for itself and has led America into isolated positions on trade, climate change and Middle East peace. Instead of engaging in creative diplomacy, he has insulted United States neighbors and allies, walked away from key international agreements, mocked multilateral organizations and stripped the State Department of its resources and role. Instead of standing up for the values of a free society, his oft-vented scorn for democracys building blocks has strengthened the hands of dictators. No longer need they fear United States criticism regarding human rights or civil liberties. On the contrary, they can and do point to Trumps own words to justify their repressive actions.
At one time or another, Trump has attacked the judiciary, ridiculed the media, defended torture, condoned police brutality, urged supporters to rough up hecklers and jokingly or not equated mere policy disagreements with treason. He tried to undermine faith in Americas electoral process through a bogus advisory commission on voter integrity. He routinely vilifies federal law enforcement institutions. He libels immigrants and the countries from which they come. His words are so often at odds with the truth that they can appear ignorant, yet are in fact calculated to exacerbate religious, social and racial divisions. Overseas, rather than stand up to bullies, Mr. Trump appears to like bullies, and they are delighted to have him represent the American brand. If one were to draft a script chronicling fascisms resurrection, the abdication of Americas moral leadership would make a credible first scene.
Equally alarming is the chance that Mr. Trump will set in motion events that neither he nor anyone else can control. His policy toward North Korea changes by the day and might quickly return to saber-rattling should Pyongyang prove stubborn before or during talks. His threat to withdraw from the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement could unravel a pact that has made the world safer and could undermine Americas reputation for trustworthiness at a critical moment. His support of protectionist tariffs invites retaliation from major trading partners creating unnecessary conflicts and putting at risk millions of export-dependent jobs. The recent purge of his national security team raises new questions about the quality of advice he will receive. John Bolton starts work in the White House on Monday.
What is to be done? First, defend the truth. A free press, for example, is not the enemy of the American people; it is the protector of the American people. Second, we must reinforce the principle that no one, not even the president, is above the law. Third, we should each do our part to energize the democratic process by registering new voters, listening respectfully to those with whom we disagree, knocking on doors for favored candidates, and ignoring the cynical counsel: Theres nothing to be done...
read more: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/06/opinion/sunday/trump-fascism-madeleine-albright.html?smid=tw-nytimes&smtyp=cur
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Madeleine Albright writes: "Will We Stop Trump Before Its Too Late?" (Original Post)
bigtree
Apr 2018
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rock
(13,218 posts)1. Yes, I believe we will
The recovery will take a long time and will be difficult. It will especially be expensive. Whether of not trump has to a pay a penalty for his crimes remains to be seen.
MariaCSR
(642 posts)2. ewww @ that pic