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It's time to face reality folks! [1]

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Date: 2025-03-16

I confess it’s time to write the diary I never thought I would write. It’s time to let everything move forward, until it becomes obvious what Trump is doing to even MAGA Voters.

I don’t think democracy is going to die.

I don’t think America will ever be run by a dictator.

Right now, I’m sure there are those who will say “What in the hell are you talking about. Look around, it’s all falling apart. Trump can’t be stopped unless the Democratic Party or the courts stop him.”

We are not as gullible as the people of Germany were in the 30’s. First off, there is too much media, both legacy and social, telling anyone of any intelligence what is going on. I know most of it is slanted one way or the other but until reality really sets in as to what is happening, then change will never occur.

I decided to make a few points after the recent vote on the CR. In the ;ast few days, many have said Schumer gave away the leverage. Let’s be honest folks, right now there is no leverage except through two venues, the courts and the American citizen. If the GOP controls the White House, the House and the Senate, they can do anything they want. And rallying against Democrats is pointless unless you really want a scapegoat for our own frustrations.

We are living in a new world.

While we may have had an inkling the first go around, we now know what life is like when the most arrogant, unqualified, rich guy becomes president. I maintain he was determined to stay out of jail, that is why he ran this time.. He knew how to work the crowd. He only wants to make money off all us taxpayers. That’s it. He is the worst example of a President in our history.

Let me also point out, I am a lifelong democrat. I have always believed our party was that of the common man or woman. But we have lost our voice and focus. After 2024, right now, I have stopped giving money to any group that sends me a letter, email or text about how they are fighting Donald Trump and Project 2025. I have not seen anything, except for a few who really are fighting. So, no money from me.

That will change when I see Representatives and Senators leading town hall meetings. It will change when, not the party but the aforementioned democratic leaders go to court to stand up for Congress’ equal power under the US Constitution. When I see that, the money will flow again. However, I am still a democrat and I will make a choose to support individual candidates in specific races for now. The ones who show me they are serious. I say that because I don’t plan to become independent.

In the meantime, when will the change happen?

Folks, we have to let DOGE and their group move forward with their plans. Why?

That is the only way we, MAGA, and anyone else in this country understand what they are doing to us. I see countless diaries here on Trump voters who now have buyers’ remorse. But it is not going to work until we all understand, the asshole and Musk could care less about us. That only happens when: you get fired from your federal job, the social security check stops, you served this country as a veteran and the services you need are gone, the USPS stops delivery your mail and you have to pay more to get the service. And when things really start increasing in price. It’s economic pain.

The pace that Trump and these assholes are operating is swift.

I honestly believe he will not become a dictator because this country is not structured that way and regardless of what we might think of the other side (MAGA) it might take a little longer for them to understand they have been played but they will get there.

This country was founded when a group of colonists realized how they were taken advantage of by a king. That led to a revolution. Until the people of the USA in the 21st Century realize they are being abused by Trump, they will fight back. But it won’t happen until then.

So, just hang in there. Keep protesting, keep going to court. I will be happy to show up at any protest in Louisville and beyond. I have already cancelled subscriptions to the services that feed the billionaires.

As I said these are just some thoughts after watching what has been going on in this country since January 20th.It is not my intention to leave readers with the thought of just giving up. No! Change will be slow and in the months ahead, I’m sure more damage will be done. But I truly believe, it won’t take long to get us back to being Americans, not Dems or Reps.

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