I disagree. At its core, our system has remained relatively unchanged over two centuries. We've amended the Constitution, but the fundamental checks and balances are still there. Our system is interesting in that there's really no mechanism for a single person or group to take dictatorial power, and it has a remarkable resilience.
Tom, I'd fundamentally agree with you as well: We as a nation tend to swing back and forth and self-correct anytime one party goes a bit too far in any direction. Time will tell how this latest assault on our one special interest evolves, but for the most part we are still doing pretty well.
Willie
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