Michael Grant: Defending democracy

by Michael A. Grant, J.D. (TriceEdneyWire.com)—It seems that every four years, we are told that the presidential election before us is the most important one of our lifetime.& Oftentimes, the claim is hyperbole.& But to say that 2024 will be one of the most consequential elections of our lifetime will prove to be urgently true. This fast—approaching election will determine whether or not the United States of America will survive as a constitutional democracy.& Who we choose as the next leaders of the free world will determine in large measure whether the republic that holds the promise for a planet in turmoil will itself survive.& Keeping America strong, resilient and a force for good in the world is the responsibility of all of us.& And keeping our form of government functioning with an intact democratic system is how each of us can participate in this grand undertaking. So, yes, this election is critically important and each voter must be willing to actively participate.& It is our civic duty to vote and to do what we can to protect the integrity of the vote.& Regardless of the impediments that might be placed as obstacles, each eligible citizen has a constitutional right...