#Democracy Reform

[kree8r0]

Why is democracy considered an ideal form of government?

This post is a response to a question initially posed on Quora, and can also be accessed via “https://www.quora.com/Why-is-democracy-considered-an-ideal-form-of-government/answer/Antonio-Amaral-1“ There is no such thing as an “ideal form of government” because humans are from “ideal.” What makes democracy a superior form of government to all others is self-determination. What makes democracy a…

[travelingtwentysomething]

You know what's funny? The minute people start aiming higher and taking out the powerful and wealthy and "elite", they're going to change the gun laws. Because their goal has always been for us to stay fighting each other instead of looking towards them as the real threat to our life, liberty, and freedom.

[globalnewscollective]

Outrage After JD Vance Claims Judges Are Not Allowed to Check Executive Power

What’s Happening?

Vice President JD Vance has ignited a firestorm of controversy after declaring that judges have no right to restrain the president’s agenda. His shocking statement, which directly contradicts the foundation of the U.S. Constitution, signals an alarming shift in the balance of power within the American government. This rhetoric is not just dangerous—it’s a blueprint for authoritarian rule.

Under the Trump administration, Vance has played a pivotal role in pushing for radical judicial reforms that would strip courts of their ability to act as a check on executive power. His statement has been widely condemned as a direct attack on judicial independence and the rule of law. Critics warn that this is yet another step toward dismantling the democratic institutions that keep America from sliding into dictatorship.

Why This Should Terrify You

The idea that judges should not be allowed to check executive power is not just a policy disagreement—it’s a full-scale assault on democracy. Here’s why:

It Destroys the Separation of Powers – The Constitution established three branches of government to prevent tyranny. If the judiciary is neutered, the president becomes an unchecked ruler.

It Sets a Dangerous Precedent – If courts cannot challenge executive overreach, future leaders—regardless of party—could wield absolute power with no accountability.

It Threatens Civil Liberties – The courts have historically played a crucial role in protecting rights, from racial equality to reproductive freedoms. Without judicial oversight, those rights are in jeopardy.

It Emboldens Authoritarianism �� History has shown that once leaders eliminate checks on their power, oppression follows. From Hungary to Russia, we’ve seen democracies crumble when the judiciary is stripped of its authority.

Why This Matters to You

If Vance and Trump succeed in this attack on the courts, the consequences will be devastating for every American:

Your rights will be at the mercy of the presidency – Without an independent judiciary, there will be no institution left to challenge unjust laws or government overreach.

Legal protections for marginalized communities could vanish – The courts have historically protected the rights of minorities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals. A judiciary that cannot challenge executive actions puts those protections at risk.

Elections could become meaningless – If a president has unchecked power, what stops them from undermining free and fair elections?

Dissent could be criminalized – Without judicial review, there would be no legal avenue to challenge oppressive laws that target protesters, journalists, or political opponents.

The Bigger Picture

JD Vance’s comments are not just political rhetoric—they represent an existential threat to American democracy. His claim that judges should not be allowed to check executive power is the clearest signal yet that the Trump administration intends to dismantle the very foundation of the U.S. government.

This is not speculation; it’s happening in real-time. Trump and his allies are systematically reshaping the judiciary, installing loyalists who will not challenge their authority. Vance’s statement is a declaration of their ultimate goal: a presidency that rules without limits.

What Can You Do?

Speak Out Against This Power Grab – Call out JD Vance and Trump’s authoritarian agenda.

Support Judicial Independence – Back organizations that fight to protect the courts from political influence.

Pressure Your Representatives – Demand that Congress push back against any attempts to weaken judicial review.

Stay Informed – Authoritarianism thrives in silence. Share this information and educate others.

Vote for Democracy – Support leaders who respect the rule of law and the separation of powers.

The battle for America’s democracy is happening now. JD Vance’s statement is not just words—it’s a warning. If we don’t act, we risk losing the very freedoms that define this nation.

[marvelsmostwanted]

Elon Musk just spent $20 million in an attempt to purchase a state Supreme Court seat in Wisconsin. To be clear, that was a $20 million attempt to buy the next national elections in 2026, 2028, and beyond - Wisconsin is a swing state, and their justices are elected to 10-year terms.

If you’re concerned that Cory Booker sent a text asking you to chip in $5 after he spent 25 hours protesting Donald Trump on the Senate floor, you’re looking in the wrong direction.

[thosedamnliberals]

Know Your Rights/ Conce Tus Derechos

Stay informed! Stay Safe! Mantente informado! ¡mantenerse seguro!

[sarachidouinsbae]

i get so greatful im not american then i remember the reform partys membership surpassed the conservatives

[fiveminutesago-mango]

I have no energy for shit and giggles anymore because of these shithead rats.

Dual-function of the military is being implemented. Indonesia is potentially back into the New Order era under Prabowo’s presidency.

PDIP is a spineless pathetic loser of a political party who is scared of being the opposition. You had an intervention to make this country like this. The least you can do is apologize.

Gerindra, I hope you’re burn in the deepest depth of hell and rot there while your leader is being hang in front of the masses.

And fuck Joko Widodo and his cronies and his damn family.

For more info :

https://x.com/neohistoria_id/status/1900948775381942447?s=46&t=zCb__ZI2YK7P2gn-9ZcXfQ

[nokingsnocrowns]

NYPD can kiss my ass

[benjaminallhope-fulltimemind]

This isn't suprising given that this is the most partisan supreme court we've ever seen and it's only getting more blatant, they will bend over backwards to fit the conservative agenda even if it makes them public hypocrites. This is why we need to drastically reform the supreme court at minimum and dissolve it at most, the damage they wreak is unparalleled given that they can't be checked in any meaningful capacity despite what conservative elements may claim. Now's not the time for moderation or reaching across the aisle since time and time again democrats reach their hand out only to get it slapped again and again and again, they have made their choices clear with project 2025 and we can't simply sit idly by as they dismantle our democracy and deny others constitutional rights like the traitors and villains they are!

[kree8r0]

What are the implications of a two-party system on democracy in the United States?

This post is a response to a question initially posed on Quora and can also be accessed via “https://donewiththebullshit.quora.com/What-are-the-implications-of-a-two-party-system-on-democracy-in-the-United-States-1” Well, that’s simple… Gridlock. You’ve been watching it in action for a couple of decades now. Whatever one party initiates, the other dismantles. The fine arts of negotiation and…

[globalnewscollective]

Firing Squads and Gas Chambers—A Disturbing Step Backwards

Why This Should Terrify You

Imagine waking up one day to find that your government has reinstated execution methods from some of history’s darkest moments. This isn’t a dystopian novel—it’s happening right now in Arizona. The state has officially brought back executions by firing squad, one of the most brutal and archaic methods of capital punishment. Even more horrifying, inmates can now be put to death in gas chambers—the same method used by the Nazis during the Holocaust to murder millions of innocent people.

If you think this doesn’t affect you, think again. This decision isn’t just about death row inmates—it’s about what kind of country we are becoming. It’s about whether we allow the government to normalize brutality, and whether we sit back while human rights are eroded in plain sight.

Why This Matters to You

A Gruesome Spectacle – Firing squads were largely abandoned due to their inhumane and gruesome nature. If the government can justify this, what else will they bring back? Public executions? More extreme forms of punishment?

You Could Be Next – The justice system isn’t perfect. Since 1973, at least 195 people on death row have been exonerated after being wrongfully convicted. If the state is willing to kill people in such brutal ways, what happens when an innocent person ends up in their crosshairs?

A Step Toward More Cruelty – Once governments justify cruelty, they rarely stop. If this is allowed, what’s the next step? Harsher prison conditions? Stripping away more rights? This isn’t just about criminals—it’s about the kind of power we allow the government to have over life and death.

A Chilling Choice: Bullets or Gas? Now that the law is in effect, inmates who committed crimes before Nov. 23, 1992, are forced to choose between two horrific methods of execution: death by firing squad or the gas chamber. The fact that Arizona has reintroduced gas chambers in 2025 is a moral catastrophe. It’s a blatant disregard for history and a signal that the government no longer cares about the precedent it’s setting.

Make no mistake: This isn’t just about Arizona. This is about whether we, as a society, accept the slow creep of inhumanity in the name of "justice." When the state is willing to bring back execution methods from one of history’s greatest atrocities, we are all in danger.

The Bigger Picture Arizona’s decision is part of a broader trend of regressive policies across the U.S., where harsh punishments are prioritized over rehabilitation and justice reform. But this isn't just about how prisoners are treated—it’s about whether we allow cruelty to become the norm.

If a state can bring back gas chambers in 2025, what else will they justify in the future? How long before other states follow suit? How long before this culture of state-sanctioned violence extends beyond prisons?

What Can You Do?

Speak Out – Call Arizona lawmakers and demand that this law be overturned.

Support Justice Reform Groups – Organizations fighting against the death penalty need public pressure and funding.

Stay Informed – The return of firing squads and gas chambers is part of a larger pattern of policies that prioritize punishment over progress.

This is about more than criminals. This is about the kind of country we want to live in. If we don’t push back now, the government will keep testing the limits of what it can get away with. And by the time you realize it affects you, it might be too late.

[sordidamok]

SCOTUS will probably put off making their decision until after the elections. If Trump wins, they could then rule in favor of presidential immunity. If Biden wins, they certainly wouldn't.

I don't think any POTUS should have a get out of jail free card for whatever they decide to do while in office, so I'm fine with Biden not having immunity.

Trump having immunity would be the end of democracy in the US.

SCOTUS should not have the power to determine whether or not democracy survives.

[oldinmagroin-resurrected]

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ELONGATED MUSKRAT IS TRYING TO INTERFERE WITH UK GOVERNMENT, TELL THEM TO FUCK OFF!!

Extra links below, I have no clue if he will go through with it but we must show them we do not want this and that we won't stand for it!

[lovotomii]

I finished LOTGH. So many people died.

[cathkaesque]

I remember a comic (I think it was Great Moments in Leftism) that described Marxism-Leninism as social democracy from the barrel of a gun and like. Now that social democracy has been largely completely eliminated, I'm kinda thinking, yes, actually, I would like some social democracy, and I would like a gun to make sure I get it

[commonsensecommentary]

“The swift and unprecedented collapse of support for a broad range of Liberal policy initiatives speaks to an intense distrust of the power, intrusiveness, and expense of government, which has been growing for many years.”