Monday, February 24, 2025

The Party Is Over

 Jeffrey A. Tucker discusses significant changes in American politics, particularly regarding the recent actions of the Trump administration, the emergence of a new political party, and the realignment of political figures and beliefs.

1. Trump Administration's Email Request: The Trump administration sent an email to federal employees asking them to list five tasks completed in the past week. While this is a standard practice in the private sector, it caused uproar among pundits and government unions, highlighting the drastic shift in political attitudes.

2. Transformation of Political Parties: The current political party in power, identified as the Republican Party, has essentially transformed into a new entity formed from elements of both the Democratic and Republican parties. Many influential figures in power today were once part of the Democratic Party, indicating a significant shift in coalitions.

3. The Kennedy Migration: Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. considered running as a Democrat due to his popularity stemming from his stance against COVID-19 lockdowns and vaccine mandates. However, as he faced resistance from party leadership, he opted for an independent run. Despite having grassroots support, the two-party system hindered his potential candidacy.

4. Trump and Kennedy's Agreement: Trump and Kennedy found common ground regarding bureaucratic troubles during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their dialogues led to an understanding of shared concerns over the health system and government corruption.

5. Musk's Political Evolution: Elon Musk transformed from a traditional investor to a prominent critic of government control following the lockdowns. His commitment to free speech and opposition to censorship aligns him with Trump and Kennedy on key issues.

6. Gabbard's Transition: Tulsi Gabbard, among others, joined Trump’s side due to her opposition to endless wars and the encroachment of woke ideology in traditional military concerns. Her move represents a broader shift away from globalism and a focus on nationalism.

7. Trump's Own Evolution: Trump underwent a transformation himself, moving from an industrial mercantilist to someone who opposes state overreach, especially in light of political and legal battles during his first term.

8. Formation of a New Party: The described coalition of Trump, Kennedy, Musk, and Gabbard represents a new political party that rejects traditional party labels, commonly referred to by various names like MAGA or DOGE, indicating a populist uprising against established political elites.

9. A New Era in Politics: The political climate is shifting, with the collapse of old paradigms and the emergence of new ideas about governance, encouraging public influence over political processes.

The political landscape in the United States is undergoing radical changes. A new party is forming from disillusionment with existing political structures, seeking to empower the people and dismantle established bureaucratic control. This marks a pivotal moment in American governance, with implications for the future of democracy and public policy. 

https://brownstone.org/articles/the-party-is-over/

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