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Past is Prologue: A Second Trump Term Will Be Worse

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Trump's first term in office lead to economic downturns. Donald J. Trump came into office in 2017 riding the wave of an Obama economy for which he quickly took credit. However, due to his poor economic policies there were severe economic repercussions that the Biden administration worked hard to stem. Sadly, Trump's base believed the lies he peddled and blamed economic woes on the Biden administration. But that's not how it works. Past is Prologue Tariffs, tax cuts, and inadequate responses to crises like COVID—exacerbated economic disparities, inflation, and supply chain disruptions, leading to hardship for everyday people. A second term for Donald Trump will bring intensified challenges, especially if past policies and approaches are revived or expanded. His plans for more tariffs, additional tax cuts for the wealthy, and mass deportations will result in a broken economy with grave outcomes. Understanding Economic Impact Tax Cuts : The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) pr...

America is Babylon - How Historical Conditioning Led to the Rise of Fascism

Babylon is the archetype of a nation or empire that is consumed with wealth, power, and a disregard for justice. Sadly America has chosen fascism over freedom. The strongholds of racism and sexism trumps clear thinking and personal safety. The rise of ideologies and leaders that promote division and authoritarianism over unity and genuine freedom is problematic, especially when it seems that such choices are fueled by long-standing strongholds like racism, sexism, and fear. The idea that people would favor leaders whose actions threaten democracy and stability underscores just how powerful these societal and spiritual strongholds are. 1. Understanding Strongholds Definition : In biblical terms, strongholds are deeply ingrained patterns of thought, attitudes, and social structures that oppose God’s truth ( 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 ). Racism and sexism are more than just individual prejudices; they are reinforced by cultural norms, policies, and even religious teachings that perpetuate inequ...