BY:
JD Ludwig
Today,
the United States have appeared more divided than at any time in its short
history; not since the Civil War of the 1860’s have the divisions amongst
Americans have been so profound and the threat so real.
In
my novel “Overreach: Blood of Patriots”, I explore an alternative future.
What would happen if the divisions in our society continue to grow unchecked?
What if a presidential administration
ignores the US Constitution and governs by fiat and Executive Privilege?
In “Overreach” the President, Lawton Chalmers decides he doesn’t want to leave the
White House at the end of his second term and sets into motion a chain of
events that sees his political enemies charged with treason after a false flag
terrorist attack that allows him to seize total control by declaring martial
law. These actions propel the country into a full blown Civil War that gives
America’s enemies the opportunity to cripple a divided US.
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Have
we crossed the Rubicon and is it too late to close the divisions and build
unity? Or is there still time to heal our divided nation? Most Americans-- the
right, the left and those in the middle-- are suspicious of the government and its
increased intrusion into day to day lives. The government is suspicious of the
people and regularly--often without valid justification--intrudes into their
privacy. Legitimate third party political groups, like the TEA Party, are
slandered, marginalized and ridiculed by both main political parties and the
media. Riots, looting, and protests by outraged citizens against the police are
becoming almost nightly events, even before all the facts are known. Police
departments across the country have become more militarized and reports of
abuse are broadcast almost nightly.
Sadly,
it appears that the US is destined to follow other great nations that have
abandoned their population’s rich traditions and heritage to appease special
interest groups. “Progressive” changes are made to promote a better society,
while ignoring the effects on human behavior. History is rife with examples
of advanced societies being overtaken by more war-like people because they
failed to appreciate the threat. “Political correctness” is demanded under the
banner of tolerance for diversity. Tolerance for diversity within a nation is a
noble goal. But far too often politicians play the race card or are too
concerned with political correctness and demand the nation as a whole surrender
liberty and justice for the special interest groups. Changes are made for those
who protest loudest and demand everyone else change to accommodate their
individual needs.
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The
fact is, The United States is a divided nation; but it’s not too late!
There’s
still time to step back and examine what has caused the divisions to grow so
dramatically in the past few decades. The advent of the 24 hour news cycle is
certainly one culprit in creating divisions. The internet, while a remarkable
technology, has also accelerated divisions, not only in the US but around the
globe. On one hand, the internet allows anyone with an opinion a soapbox from
which to proclaim their beliefs and positions, which is a good thing; on the other
hand, it also allows divisive individuals and groups a forum to broadcast
messages and images of hate, death, and destruction.
The
internet also allows agent provocateurs the opportunity to mount state or
corporate PSYOPs to destabilize a political party or a nation. In my second
book of the “Overreach Trilogy” I will describe some of the sophisticated
PSYOP’s that are helping create division in the US. We can and must begin the
process of healing our nation. Current events suggest we face many difficulties
in the years ahead, difficulties that will require a united effort to endure
and thrive.
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