As winter turns to spring in 2026, American politics is experiencing a bit of economic-messaging déjà vu from the Trump administration.

Much like last year at this time, the president has leapt headlong into a major new undertaking that threatens to rock an already-wobbly economy. And much like last year, the administration is asking Americans to accept some “short-term pain” for promised long-term gain.

In 2025, it was tariffs. In 2026, it’s the war with Iran.

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      2 months ago

      Got an internet warrior over here. There are activists doing things all over the country. Unless you think citizens can take on the US military, in which case you’re dumber than your post makes you look.

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          2 months ago

          Many of us have legislators that are doing something to try to keep fascism/racism/classsism at bay

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            2 months ago

            Trying and doing are two different things. I’m sure they tried. I’m positive they failed.

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        If you think your OWN military is a direct threat to you and you AREN’T taking action, I’m not sure what to tell you.

        “There are activist doing things” is some Trump speak. Nobody is doing a damn thing.