On Friday's CNN News Central, O'Sullivan was seen on the road with Trump voters, where he was aghast at the idea that they view America as a republic, not a democracy.
The clips of Reagan and Bush were juxtaposed with Speaker Mike Johnson and Fox News hosts Will Cain and Pete Hegseth claiming America is a republic, not a democracy.
O'Sullivan lamented, "I've heard a lot of conspiracy theories - I hear a lot of things out on the road. But to hear Americans - people who would describe themselves as patriots - say that America is not a democracy - that stopped me in my tracks."
Applebaum can "Think" as much as she wants, but the idea that America is a republic and not a democracy and therefore politicians can't legislate away the First Amendment's religious liberty provisions, the Second Amendment, or any of other part of the Bill of Rights or Reconstruction Amendments has been around for a while.
UNIDENTIFIED FEMALE 2: America is not a democracy; it's a republic.
O'SULLIVAN: But some Republicans and pro-Trump media are pushing the idea that America is not a democracy.
O'SULLIVAN: I've heard a lot of conspiracy theories - I hear a lot of things out on the road. But to hear Americans - people who would describe themselves as patriots - say that America is not a democracy - that stopped me in my tracks.
Editor's Commentary:
America is a shining example of a constitutional republic, where the power ultimately rests with 'We the People', not simply with the majority rule. Our founding fathers wisely established a system of checks and balances, ensuring that no single person or group gains too much power.
In a republic like ours, we elect representatives who make laws and decisions on our behalf. This safeguards against the potential tyranny of direct democracy, where the rights of minorities could be easily trampled upon by the whims of the majority.
Our republic stands for freedom and liberty, with a strong emphasis on individual rights and responsibilities. It's a system that has served us well for over two centuries, and it's our duty to uphold and protect these ideals, ensuring that America remains a beacon of hope and opportunity for generations to come.
As President Reagan once said, "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same."
Let's keep that spirit alive!
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