Are Trump's and Musk's Movements Eroding America's Democratic Aspirations?

Despite the U.S. being often heralded as a democracy, its history frequently mirrors a plutocracy, dominated by the wealthy. Initially, the nation appeared more democratic than its European counterparts, but voting rights were primarily limited to property-owning white males. Over time, resistance from elites hindered true democratic progress. The Progressive movement and subsequent legislation aimed to rectify this, yet today, a resurgence of plutocracy threatens to undermine those gains. This pivotal moment calls for vigilance to preserve the democratic ideals envisioned by Lincoln.