The Hangman: Erosion of American Democracy
In 2016, a new force entered our political landscape. A force unmoored from principles, norms, and the rule of law itself.
"The Hangman" is a poem by Maurice Ogden. It's a favorite of mine and I felt it was apt for our current moment.
American democracy is in a weak state. The post-9/11 era saw slow but constant erosion of freedoms in the name of safety and security. Then in 2016, a new force entered our political landscape. A force unmoored from principles, norms, and the rule of law itself.
As Donald Trump finishes the first year of his new term in office, this video is a look at where we came from and where we're at. And maybe it provides some insights into where we might be heading.
