Reply #80: Interestingly enough

[Laurab]

each one of those things is under attack by the present administration, with the possible exception of our ability to defend ourselves. That's not so much under attack, as being destroyed because we're invading countries that pose no threat to us, and our military is overwhelmed. So while they may not be TRYING to destroy that ability, they are.

I love the country this used to be. Before it was divided into red and blue states. Before it pandered to the rich and ignored the poor. Before it began spying on its own citizens, and starting illegal wars, causing hundreds of thousands of needless deaths and injuries. When we had actual checks and balances, so that the pResident couldn't abuse his power. When we had open and transparent elections, so that we could be sure our vote counted. I could go on, but I'm sure you're aware of all the things that have changed under this administration.

THAT'S the country I love, and I hope we can get it back. There are many things to love about this country, but we're losing those things day by day, through the unchecked power of the current administration. I miss THAT country, it was much easier to love.