The CBS, Paramount, Skydance deal may be just another example of our slide toward a one person, one party rule. Everything based on what Trump wants.
Hopefully the midterms can bring Democrats into control of at least one federal institution; such as a house of Congress.
Many Republicans have also thought we were sliding toward more authoritarian society as well. They cite increasing regulation over the past few decades. More regulations have to do with increasing population density; for instance one can't burn trash in a backyard burning barrel in most communities. The nearby neighbors are more likely to complain.
There are a lot more environmental regulations than before. Here in Whatcom County, a big bone of contention is something called the "Water Adjudication." I hear farmers and other property owners complain about that on a talk show. It's the state is trying update water allocations in the county by taking an inventory for trying to figure out fair distribution of limited water among various interests. There are the interests of local tribes, the salmon, agriculture, industrial and residential use.
In the past, resources seemed unlimited when populations were smaller and technology was less powerful. There was less worry about salmon, for instance. The interests of the tribes were more ignored in decades past.
Changing ideas about things like gender and sexuality doesn't set well with many Republicans as well.
The world and culture is changing which creates changing of rules and norms to reflect different circumstances. Some folks do see this as also a side into more authoritarian society.
There are more rules against burning trash in a backyard burning barrel.
I still think, if people are smart enough, we can navigate the changes that are happening due to technology, climate change and so forth, while preserving our system of representative democracy.
Things we still need are patience, the ability to compromise and respect for diversity in people and points of view.
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