Some say there is no way Trump could be elected. I really do not believe he will be, but I've been

[Lint Head]

wrong before. I he were to be elected I think there would be more violence in this country than we have seen in a long while. I think it's a mistake to believe that society is too modern, in the U.S., for the same type of historical violence not to occur that has in the past. Polarization is at a place today where there would be a major backlash against any ham handed attempt Trump would take a do the things things he says he will. It is a dangerous time in politics and we need to be vigilant. We need to vote and be involved in our communities. But that, I fear, would not be enough if Trump prevails.

[annabanana]

1. The notion of self-governance is new, in the grand scheme of things....

Kings and Major-Domos were the rule right up until the US said "so long" to Mad King George.

I am not so sure that we might not end up wandering that old well-trodden path back to tyranny. Our memories are so short, History and Civics really aren't taught much, or well in our schools anymore.

[Nye Bevan]

2. How diligently would a Trump Justice Department prosecute hate crimes against minorities?

I hope that we are never in a position to see the answer to that question.

[TBF]

3. We also thought W wouldn't be elected. We were wrong. nt

[Lint Head]

4. +100

[backscatter712]

5. We live in a country where half the population are morons.

YES, Donald Trump could be elected. Our nation is indeed that stupid. Do not underestimate him.