Ironically the current ills and demise of our society
are the products of what many Americans believe and actively seek.
Less government regulations, free trade and reign to corporations.
The idea that there is more efficiency in the private sector.
They can do better.
Give them the control and let them set the goals.
Hasn’t that been the case of the internet and social media giants?
Very limited as far as regulate, even as they grew into Goliath.
But when their decisions are made,
It’s not to side with ethical and moral.
More likely the case,
They will follow power and the mighty dollar.
Not choose what is best for Society.
That they will efficiently regulate themselves is a fantasy.
Does that sound familiar?
The same path that’s taken by Republicans and their voters.
There is evidence time and time again.
This American experiment is for fail.
But many are still buying in.
Social media’s decision has been to satisfy and promote what’s demanded.
People’s appetite for scandal and drama were then granted.
Supposed level headed Americans and moderates
So easily pulled in to the side with the extremists.
Whose propaganda has been mainstreamed and normalized.
Mechanized and mobilized.
Infiltrating everywhere.
Until it was enough to help control the steer.
Enmeshed with Trump and the Republicans
Who many believe have the roadmap to lead US.
But their actions blend with treacherous and treasonous.
Because eventually, there was no division between them.
Which has led to a bullet through the heart of our democracy.
For real and symbolically.
The office of the Presidency is tied to a siege.
And some still try to have us believe
That the insurgents are patriots.
What ignorance!
Still calling this a protest
When people were armed with bombs, zip ties and bullet proof vests.
They were ready for war and in for kill.
Terrorizing still.
What reigned?
Not law and order, not norms and rules.
Blinders on, as lies and conspiracy theories filter through.
That led to this strong belief of an election steal.
And that Trump is the only man worthy to take the Presidential wheel.
So far there has been a lack of reflection by enablers,
Including Republican lawmakers.
Still making decisions strategic for their political gain.
Not bent to enter the moral and ethical lane.
Is that the same for their supporters and voters?
If it continues this way, America will not see a change.
And if in the next election cycles
These voters continue as Republican disciples.
These incidents would have been lost on them.
A strong message needs to be sent.
To politicians, law makers and those running for President.
There needs to be consequence and accountability.
Else there will be a repeat.
As voters, we are their guides –
For what we stand firm or let slide.
We must make clear what we want from them.
We are their conscience and influence.
So if there is no attempt to purge what led us here.
It will be a signal that we don’t care.
It will take time to mend the damage that has been done.
And more damage will occur if the Biden Administration
Gets good going, and then voters stop their momentum.
So unless Democrats make a 360.
Republican politicians should be given a back-seat.
People confuse their wants as America’s needs.
And they let their emotions, bias and stereotypes lead.
They even vote against their own benefit.
Because they’ve been convinced certain choices are the better fit,
Especially when they label themselves Conservatives.
They dismiss when they are told the truth.
And go with those who give their fantasies a boost.
They ignore the problems that are there.
Dismiss science and solid guidance for entertainment and fanfare.
Then there are those who see limited pie.
They are not shy to dismiss all else, to keep their slice.
And when their leaders betray what is moral, humane, just or fair,
Their voters remain unfazed and overlook their behavior.
We will continue to get what breeds
From the ills and ill-wills in our society.
Ignore, dismiss, minimize or deny
It will not just go away with lies.
And if you continue on the enabling crew.
The fall of America will be on you.
Truth, law and accountability –
Ingredients for a healthy society and democracy.
These have been consistently rejected
By the Republicans and the Right.
Voters lacking insight and foresight.
And if these are what the voters continue to vote against.
In America, insurgence and violence will cement.