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Martin Eden

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18. "The US is a one party country"
Thu Apr 30, 2026, 11:47 AM
Apr 30

Yes, in the sense that the Republican Party is ruled by a treasonous kleptocrat tearing the US Constitution to shreds.

However, One Party rule in principle is not a good system -- though at this time it is necessary to save the US from the evils of authoritarianism.

Nor has the Two Party system served us well. At the very least, I would like to see Instant Runoff (ranked choice) voting to ensure voting for a 3rd party candidate does not put your last choice in office.

Other necessary reforms include ending gerrymandering altogether; stop voter suppression in all forms while ensuring secure and accurate tabulation of ballots; eliminating the Electoral College; and end the system of legalized bribery inherent in campaigns financed by billionaires, corporations, and other special interests.

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