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No it's not.
The situation in Venezuela must be the epitome of progress to a Marxist such as you.

No it's not.

The situation in Venezuela must be the epitome of progress to a Marxist such as you.![]()
Yes, relative to what they were in the previous generation. Just look at how liberal America has become compared to what it was in, say, the 1800s. Or the 1950s. Or the 1990s. One thing is abundantly clear -- liberalism has incrementally prevailed.
Theocracy ends up on the conservative spectrum.
Why would a liberal (meaning leftist) defend theocracy? One of the reasons why I cited 1790s France and 1920s Russia is because the left abolished religion in both instances. By comparison, modern leftists merely work toward incrementalism. As for actual liberals, Jefferson tended to be pro-religion, and utilized government resources toward that end. He naturally opposed the state churches established in MA and CT, as well as state constitutions which established "the Christian religion," such as VA.
you missed my point completely.
The main point is that Trump is redefining the GOP itself.
The party itself already seems lost, less than a year in. After 4 years, it won't be recognizable - which I know is what some (if not many) on the right want.
I can't help but think there will ultimately be a lot of regret for this. It's hard to see the new "Trumpian" party build the kind of lasting coalition that would be needed for real change. But who knows. I've been wrong before, right?
I'm talking about victories as far as culture and civil and human rights are concerned.
The flame flickers brightly before it goes out. And even these ugly nationalists are generally more progressive than their parents. Look at the social and racial battles you're fighting now compared to those of the 1960s.
The main point is that Trump is redefining the GOP itself.
The party itself already seems lost, less than a year in. After 4 years, it won't be recognizable - which I know is what some (if not many) on the right want.
I can't help but think there will ultimately be a lot of regret for this. It's hard to see the new "Trumpian" party build the kind of lasting coalition that would be needed for real change. But who knows. I've been wrong before, right?
you've been on a humble streak lately. much more chill. you must be getting laid more.
Many of you here on the left like talking Republican issues but almost never talk about what's going on with your own party. I mean many look at Bernie Sanders as your leader. What's your future there?
The main point is that Trump is redefining the GOP itself.
The party itself already seems lost, less than a year in. After 4 years, it won't be recognizable - which I know is what some (if not many) on the right want.
I can't help but think there will ultimately be a lot of regret for this. It's hard to see the new "Trumpian" party build the kind of lasting coalition that would be needed for real change. But who knows. I've been wrong before, right?