According to classical political theory, democracy’s main problem is that it has no inherent safeguards against the destructive side of human nature. A serious test will begin on January 20, 2025, shortly after noon. WE WILL BE TESTED!

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In 1659, the the Puritans in Massachusetts enacted a law that declared that Christmas was sacrilege and exchanging of gifts, greetings, and wearing fine clothing on that day was Satanic. Anyone caught celebrating was fined 5 shillings. (About 5 days wages.)

The "War on Christmas" was an inside job.