They also examine the recent U.S. presidential election and the diverse reactions from world leaders regarding Donald Trump’s re-election, along with its potential impact on the global economy and political systems.”
Ms. Chang highlights that voting is compulsory for all Singaporean citizens, and those who do not vote are subject to an inquiry by a board to explain their absence. This serves as a stark reminder for U.S. citizens of the importance of voting.
After a fact check, it is established that nowhere in the US Constitution does it prohibit, anyone from taking office unless they have taken an oath to uphold the Constitution and “engaged in insurrection” but in March of 2024, the Supreme Court requires…
This elitism challenges the idea that the “average Joe or Jane” can realistically aspire to run the country.
She also notes that in the same year, 129 members of Congress were elected based on the amounts of money spent on their campaigns, with figures ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars, while their opponents reported no spending.
Ms. Cauldwell explores the notion that billions of dollars raised and spent in federal elections are pivotal in deciding electoral outcomes. She reflects on a past where the less fortunate, the proud, and the educated shaped the nation through due process.
She starts with a historical perspective, noting the early instances of monetary influence in politics, such as our first President, George Washington, who enticed voters with rum punch, ginger cookies, and snacks.
Ms. Cauldwell presents various media and political commentators who express their views on the hypothetical scenario of former President Trump becoming a dictator for a day.