A great cautionary tale. However, we shouldn’t lose sight that America is inherently center-right, traditionally, and when the prevailing political climate swings too far to the left of the majority’s comfort zone, and especially if it swings way, way to far, and too fast to the left of the majority’s comfort zone (as in a naked attempt at a Marxist takeover), the majority is still armed to the teeth, and the following adage will likely apply:
“There are three things all wise men fear: A sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man. (credit Patrick Rothfuss)
America is that “Gentle Man” and when roused, will defend the principles of the founders quite vigorously.
FJ