The Capitol break-in merged tyrannical ideals with the incitement of violence, two telltale qualities of an aspiring fascist demagogue. But how did Trumpian fascism establish itself in the minds of so many? The answer lies in understanding that fascism transcends politics. Fascism is a way of life — and at its core is its mythology.
An ideal American democracy is not beholden to moneyed interests before the people it serves. It dismantles unjust and undemocratic systems. Sortition is not perfect, but it is far closer to this ideal than what we have.
