Washington Post's Max Boot was mocked by critics for saying the upcoming midterm elections 'is how democracies die,' particularly if Republicans sweep races nationwide.
Pollster Ed Goeas on whether Republicans have regained momentum going into November.
He continued,"That makes it all the more disturbing that Vance and other MAGA candidates are in the lead two weeks before Election Day. Vladimir Putin must have a smug smile on his face as he reads reports of recent political developments in the 'Main Enemy,' as KGB agents of his generation referred to the United States."
the outcome of the last presidential election," leaving Boot to conclude"this means a majority of the most important GOP candidates reject the fundamental premise of democracy, which is to accept the outcome of an election even if your side loses." "If you support democracy in America and Ukraine, you need to vote for Democrats on Nov. 8. But if the current trends hold up, Republicans are likely to take over at least the House and quite possibly the Senate, too, along with many state offices. This is how democracies die, both at home and abroad," Boot ended his column. Boot echoed that sentiment on Twitter, which was derided by critics.
"'When people participate in democracy, democracy dies,'" Manhattan Institute fellow Christopher Rufo similarly mocked Boot.
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