Political Civility

Trump Team Mocks Biden’s Commitment to Decorum

The Biden administration’s cooperative approach to the transition of power stands in stark contrast to Trump’s actions in 2020. While Biden has pledged an orderly transfer and even plans to attend Trump’s inauguration, Trump and his allies view this as humorous “capitulation,” mocking Biden’s civility. This contrasts sharply with Trump’s previous refusal to cooperate during the 2020 transition, including delaying discussions and withholding resources. The Biden administration’s actions prioritize upholding democratic norms, while Trump’s team focuses on perceived political advantage.

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End of Kumbaya: Left Must Fight Back Against Fascism

In contrast to recent discussions promoting civility, the author argues that hatred towards specific ideologies is necessary. The author contends that civility allows harmful individuals and policies to flourish, citing examples of voter suppression, xenophobia, and inadequate veteran care. Instead of compromise, the author advocates for actively opposing anti-democratic forces and their harmful agendas. This rejection of civility is presented as a necessary step to combat what the author views as dangerous political positions.

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