We unfortunately have been conditioned to not recognize the oligarchical coup because the only coups we’ve seen were military invasions of a government. But rest assured THIS IS A COUP

  • lurch (he/him)@sh.itjust.works
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    12 hours ago

    You mean in the US ? Jan 6 was like a coup attempt. But it’s not a coup if the dictator first gets elected as a president and then changes the political system from democracy to dictatorship. That’s just a royal fuckup.

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      That is the definition of a self-coup. They’re still dismantling the governmental apparatus of counter balances and accountability to ensure a permanent stay in power. Dozens of countries have suffered through similar exploits. Trump did promise that the American people won’t have to vote ever again during his campaign.

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    14 hours ago

    I voted last November knowing that may have been the last time voting for President, at least for a while. I would imagine we’ll be allowed to elect more Republicans in 2026 so they have the votes to change the Constitution.