I think the reason that many working-class men voted for Rump is because they love tough guys and they were fooled

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44. I also mostly read for the same reason. . . .

I have been beaten down a number of times. Don't let that stop you. I have found that eventually someone will put a stop to it by providing support.

Most of the people on DU are really great people trying their best to understand and support the principles of democracy. Then, there are the others. . . .

If you haven't already, please look up Heather Cox Richardson. She is a political historian who produces a daily newsletter called "Letters From an American." She does an excellent job of putting perspective on the politics of the day and you can sign up for her daily email for free. She is also on Facebook and you can find her on substacks. Her Letters from an American are also now being sent out so you can listen to them, if that is a mode of communication that you would prefer.

Hang in there. This is actually a good site for the news worth reading and commenting on.