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In reply to the discussion: I think Trump is going to attempt a coup. [View all]Enoki33
(1,584 posts)39. His virulent mind is currently filled with rage. The need for
revenge feeds into his incessant need to help Russia. Every time tRump falsely claims the election was corrupt Putin reminds his people they do not need western style democracy - his greatest fear. He undoubtedly will continue to do institutional damage, but l do not think he will succeed in his ultimate goal - total dictatorship. It is the fact that he is trying, and has GOP support, that is worth being discussed.
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No they are probably not useful, but I sort of think we are watching this unfold.
apcalc
Nov 2020
#2
He is trying, but they just need to know from us, the patriots, that if he does
Eliot Rosewater
Nov 2020
#8
In his psychopathic mind, perhaps he is. But, he's learned well how all his lies from birtherism to
Karadeniz
Nov 2020
#10
Well it is obvious he wants to. I think we all knew this before the election. So what.
texasfiddler
Nov 2020
#13
Lots and lots of clues that this will not be easy. Mary Trump, Michael Cohen, Barry McCaffrey, and
wiggs
Nov 2020
#14
I would have said no way a month ago but now I think that anything is possible.
CentralMass
Nov 2020
#15
He is absolutely capable of trying it. The Constitution will stop him.
Stinky The Clown
Nov 2020
#29