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"If you want things to improve you are literally a fascist" - A neoliberal guide to democracy
If you want things to improve, stop spreading defeatist narratives. One of two old men will become president next January, and how we vote in November decides who that is.
I have my criticisms of Biden, as many do, but I'm fucking voting for him because I understand the ramifications of a Trump win. I don't have any power to elect another candidate, even though I would like that very much, so I will not waste my time with that fantasy.
At this point, if you're arguing against Biden, I will treat you like you are arguing for Trump. Whether you like it or not, this decision is binary, so if you're spending your time and energy campaigning against Biden, you are just campaigning for Trump, and that absolutely makes you a fascist.
If you want a progressive president, stop being a useless scold and help us secure a candidate for the 2028 election when we next have the chance to win ground.
Some of us don't have the privilege or security to survive another Trump term, so remember who you're literally killing as you fight for Biden to lose.
If yousdon't have a plan B for Trump winning or after the election in general, I'd call you the defeatist, sorry.
That's all my criticism: Don't have too much faith in electoralism and have a plan B.
Ok so what's the plan b?
Are you telling me you don't have a plan how to defend minorities and women's health if Trump wins?
I can do what I can but a lot is out of my control. I can't change laws or help people far away. Except of course by voting and donating, but I only have so much money. I'd rather prevent the possible harm to people as much as possible, rather than have to try to stop things after they've gone bad. And in terms of prevention, I don't have a plan b.
Join a mutual aid and community defense group. Help your community. Don't depend on lawmakers and judges. They've proven time and time again they're not on yopr side.