Mike berkowitz on keeping the US a liberal democratic country

Abstract

Donald Trump’s attempt to overturn the 2020 election led to a division within the Republican party, with some members going along with his demands and others, like Brad Raffensperger, Brian Kemp, and Mike Pence, refusing. While some viewed the latter as courageous, the split may lie in the different demands placed on them: Trump wanted the first group to break norms, while the second group would have had to break the law. However, as norms have been shattered in the past due to the lack of written laws enforcing them, it’s crucial to codify more norms to prevent individuals from undermining the system. Reforms that introduce new voting methods, revitalize local journalism, and reduce partisan hatred are essential to preserving liberal democracy. The democratic foundation relies on people actively defending institutions, and strengthening them through laws will create a stronger foundation for political courage. – AI-generated abstract.