Suppose we are going to talk about the current state of politics, democracy, and the creeping authoritarianism taking root while Democrats wring their hands. In that case, we need to call this what it is—an ethical collapse enabled by the same people who once claimed they’d protect us. And Minerva? She’s taking her story straight into the heart of that darkness, demanding that we stop looking away.
1. The Center Does Not Hold (Because It Never Existed)
The whole idea that there’s some golden middle ground where reason will win out? Where decorum is a shield against tyranny? That’s a fantasy. The reason the left keeps losing is because they still believe in a middle ground that doesn’t exist. They think politics is a friendly chess game when it’s a cage fight with no referee.
This ethical chaos we’re living in is by design. Trumpism thrives on disorder, but only disorder that benefits them. They break the rules because they know we will still follow them. They lie because they know we will still believe in the power of truth. It’s not just hypocrisy; it’s strategy.
Minerva gets this. It’s not about gently nudging people toward “understanding.” It’s about making it impossible to ignore the betrayal happening in broad daylight.
2. The Death of Neutrality
Neutrality is a weapon wielded by those who benefit from injustice. The Democrats who keep choosing “civility” over resistance? They aren’t neutral. They are propping up a system that is killing people—literally and figuratively.
Trust in government is being gutted, and democracy is being deliberately sabotage by those who pretend they are its stewards. This is a roadmap to resistance, not some empty manifesto of hope. Because hope without action is a bedtime story for people too scared to fight.
3. Decorum is the Smokescreen for Cowardice
We are being conditioned to believe that anger is the real problem. Not fascism, not white nationalism, not corporate oligarchy, anger.
-- Why are you so mad?
-- Why can’t you be civil?
-- Why won’t you just trust the system?
Because the system is burning itself down, that’s why. And yet, Democrats still think they’ll win points by acting like the last sane adults in the room.
Minerva is writing against that instinct. She understands that history doesn’t look kindly on people who “played it safe” in moments of crisis. And she’s giving people permission, no, a directive, to abandon that losing strategy.
4. We Are in the Fire Now
There is no waiting this out. There is no “correct process” that will set things right. The people running this country do not care about following rules but about consolidating power. And the people who should be stopping them? They care more about their reputations than the lives of their constituents.
This is a survival guide to this moment. It’s not just political commentary; it’s the equivalent of screaming “MOVE” when you see a truck barreling down the road at a crowd of people still checking their phones.
The message? Get up. Fight back. Burn the idea of “decorum” to the ground because it’s nothing more than a velvet-lined coffin for democracy.
History doesn’t wait for cowards to catch up. And neither should we.
Rep. Laura Gillen posted her position on Instagram so one could leave a comment there. Her constituents are angry. I wrote postcards for her and I regret it.
If they were smart they would levy this moment of decorum and say something like, “Green was right. These cuts are too burdensome on the people.” And then lobby it back to the Republicans to answer.
Thank you for writing about the deepest sorrows and rage so many of us feeling right now. I’m very concerned about how this is all going to end. The future doesn’t look bright.Trump and Musk are now placing what they’re calling armed U.S.Marshals to make sure Musks tech bros get inside government buildings without any interference. I just wonder what those so called “Marshals” would do if there was a sizable peaceful protest in front of any government building, would they shoot people?
And 15 of these spineless Democrats voted to censure Al Green is just pathetic. They should do the right thing and get out of our party and allow real democracy protectors take their seats.
Thank you for the list of Dems who did not support Congressman Green. In light of the Republican attacks against democracy and humanity, you are either for us (Pro-Democracy/ Humanity) or against us.
These 10 dem-Congresspeople are against us. Do note their names, spread the word and vote accordingly the next opportunity you get. Does that strategy sound familiar?
Minerva, a reminder, words matter! They are the Democrat Party. Change a word and you change the meaning of the thought, subtly but significantly. In other words the old party of JFK Sr. died with him. Though it was a clone that was shot, he only recently died and JFK Jr. is waiting until it is safe for him to return. He is a Republican now by the way. I warned him of the danger to his life remains to this day.
Ethical Chaos: A User’s Guide
Suppose we are going to talk about the current state of politics, democracy, and the creeping authoritarianism taking root while Democrats wring their hands. In that case, we need to call this what it is—an ethical collapse enabled by the same people who once claimed they’d protect us. And Minerva? She’s taking her story straight into the heart of that darkness, demanding that we stop looking away.
1. The Center Does Not Hold (Because It Never Existed)
The whole idea that there’s some golden middle ground where reason will win out? Where decorum is a shield against tyranny? That’s a fantasy. The reason the left keeps losing is because they still believe in a middle ground that doesn’t exist. They think politics is a friendly chess game when it’s a cage fight with no referee.
This ethical chaos we’re living in is by design. Trumpism thrives on disorder, but only disorder that benefits them. They break the rules because they know we will still follow them. They lie because they know we will still believe in the power of truth. It’s not just hypocrisy; it’s strategy.
Minerva gets this. It’s not about gently nudging people toward “understanding.” It’s about making it impossible to ignore the betrayal happening in broad daylight.
2. The Death of Neutrality
Neutrality is a weapon wielded by those who benefit from injustice. The Democrats who keep choosing “civility” over resistance? They aren’t neutral. They are propping up a system that is killing people—literally and figuratively.
Trust in government is being gutted, and democracy is being deliberately sabotage by those who pretend they are its stewards. This is a roadmap to resistance, not some empty manifesto of hope. Because hope without action is a bedtime story for people too scared to fight.
3. Decorum is the Smokescreen for Cowardice
We are being conditioned to believe that anger is the real problem. Not fascism, not white nationalism, not corporate oligarchy, anger.
-- Why are you so mad?
-- Why can’t you be civil?
-- Why won’t you just trust the system?
Because the system is burning itself down, that’s why. And yet, Democrats still think they’ll win points by acting like the last sane adults in the room.
Minerva is writing against that instinct. She understands that history doesn’t look kindly on people who “played it safe” in moments of crisis. And she’s giving people permission, no, a directive, to abandon that losing strategy.
4. We Are in the Fire Now
There is no waiting this out. There is no “correct process” that will set things right. The people running this country do not care about following rules but about consolidating power. And the people who should be stopping them? They care more about their reputations than the lives of their constituents.
This is a survival guide to this moment. It’s not just political commentary; it’s the equivalent of screaming “MOVE” when you see a truck barreling down the road at a crowd of people still checking their phones.
The message? Get up. Fight back. Burn the idea of “decorum” to the ground because it’s nothing more than a velvet-lined coffin for democracy.
History doesn’t wait for cowards to catch up. And neither should we.
ALSO: https://twvme.substack.com/p/ethical-chaos-a-users-guide
If one more delusional human suggests that I "trust the process" I will absolutely lose my shit.
Well said, I agree wholeheartedly. Normalcy, decorum, and due process died years ago. It's time to stop pretending they didn't
Rep. Laura Gillen posted her position on Instagram so one could leave a comment there. Her constituents are angry. I wrote postcards for her and I regret it.
Very well written! Keyboard/pen is the power of word. Resist ‼️
Here is a list of the 10 Democrats that voted to censure Al Green along with their email addresses, phone numbers, etc it’s on Bluesky!
https://bsky.app/profile/tljcourier.bsky.social/post/3ljqsmrlgf22i
If they were smart they would levy this moment of decorum and say something like, “Green was right. These cuts are too burdensome on the people.” And then lobby it back to the Republicans to answer.
But these are Democrats we’re talking about.
You’re right. Some names surprised me.
I composed a tune about it - I even titled it “Tepid.” https://philipdewalt.substack.com/p/065-tepid
Yes. This. Absolutely this.
Well-spoken and I will do the same in the morning. Probably paraphrase yours. What a mess,
Thank you for writing about the deepest sorrows and rage so many of us feeling right now. I’m very concerned about how this is all going to end. The future doesn’t look bright.Trump and Musk are now placing what they’re calling armed U.S.Marshals to make sure Musks tech bros get inside government buildings without any interference. I just wonder what those so called “Marshals” would do if there was a sizable peaceful protest in front of any government building, would they shoot people?
Wtf yes a coup stripping us of our democracy and history should be challenged.
And 15 of these spineless Democrats voted to censure Al Green is just pathetic. They should do the right thing and get out of our party and allow real democracy protectors take their seats.
One correction if I may, the Nowmarch.org is meant to be a call to DC.
Thank you for the list of Dems who did not support Congressman Green. In light of the Republican attacks against democracy and humanity, you are either for us (Pro-Democracy/ Humanity) or against us.
These 10 dem-Congresspeople are against us. Do note their names, spread the word and vote accordingly the next opportunity you get. Does that strategy sound familiar?
Minerva, a reminder, words matter! They are the Democrat Party. Change a word and you change the meaning of the thought, subtly but significantly. In other words the old party of JFK Sr. died with him. Though it was a clone that was shot, he only recently died and JFK Jr. is waiting until it is safe for him to return. He is a Republican now by the way. I warned him of the danger to his life remains to this day.