We're having another 'moment.' They seem to come more and more frequently. Wanted to quickly share a few articles I thought captured the current dynamics.
These two are especially interesting taken together:
"What Americans Do Now Will Define Us Forever," by Adam Serwer
and
"Trump Betting Indecency Can Win in America," by Andrew Sullivan
They compliment each other as they make similar points but also diverge, most notably on how Dems have responded to Trump. I'm more in tune with Serwer, but Sullivan's points shouldn't be discounted (even if occasionally he does write idiotic things).
After you read those consider this important reminder:
"Trump's Racism is Part of His Larger Con," by Matthew Yglesias
What he's doing is despicable in its own right and it matters, for sure, but let's not forget why he's doing it.
"Donald Trump Hates America," by David Brooks
It covers some of the same ground as Serwer and Sullivan, although more in Brooks' calm, erudite fashion. (He doesn't even bother to go after Dems.) Mostly just wanted to give him credit for writing it and proving not all Republicans are awful. (I know there are others: Charlie Sykes, etc. But it's a short list.)
Oh, and come to think of it, that article would pair well with (articles are like wine and cheese) this one:
"Trump is the Most Unpatriotic Presidential Candidate in American History," by Jonathan Chait
So true.
Have a great weekend!
