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HKJANE's avatar

Discipline

Jack is right — the insurrection didn’t succeed, but that’s not the end of it. The threat didn’t vanish; it evolved. It’s in voter suppression, paramilitary organizing, and the slow corrosion of trust in institutions.

The danger now isn’t a dramatic storming of a building. It’s the mindset that laws, norms, and accountability are optional if inconvenient. That’s what makes the next act even deadlier.

Thinking outside the box: this isn’t just politics. It’s a societal test. Every unchecked lie, every ignored abuse of power, strengthens the machinery of chaos. Vigilance isn’t optional. It’s survival.

#HOLDFAST

James Aldridge's avatar

Yes Jack, the Victory in Minnesota is the guidelines we follow, the proof of the concepts and ideals of Ghandi and MLK...(and believe me when I admit at times it's been hard to bring myself down out of low earth orbit of anger)

Edie A's avatar

Discipline

“Through discipline comes freedom.” — Aristotle

Tom Schell's avatar

I’m flying to Minneapolis to honor those patriots and see for myself the sites of the murders.

Jay's avatar

Discipline!!

Candy Morris's avatar

Excellent analysis Jack. The people of Minneapolis and those who joined them should stand proud.

YES, handling things peacefully with due process and curbing emotional retaliation can feel weak. But it is a huge strength.

It's a shame all those involved on 6th January 2021 didn't understand that.

Sue's avatar

DISCIPLINE

Pamela H's avatar

Discipline and shared discipline at that.

Wayne Pan, MD's avatar

Discipline. Thanks, Jack for your insights.