Thread by @ContextFall

Most people aren't aware how far past "politics as normal" we are, because the MSM isn't covering any of this like the crisis it is.

If you want a decent grasp on the current political situation, and what the stakes are, I suggest starting with these five Threads:

1/ This Thread from @JYSexton outlines why it's so dangerous that the media keeps downplaying the growing fascistic movement.

Underestimating how serious they are about this is beyond negligence, it's complicity.

https://twitter.com/JYSexton/status/1448290666396721159?t=niqMB4XgaMn_BXBpaOI1qg&s=19

2/ This Thread from @sarahkendzior shows that those in a position to fight for democracy are relying on empty rhetoric.

Meanwhile, those at the top are inhibiting others from taking action towards accountability and transparency.

https://twitter.com/sarahkendzior/status/1448270291201822721?t=niqMB4XgaMn_BXBpaOI1qg&s=19

3/ This Thread from @Pamacious provides several examples of missed opportunities, and breaks down many of the illogical excuses offered when people defend the inaction from Dem Leadership.

https://twitter.com/Pamacious/status/1447936485378904080?t=niqMB4XgaMn_BXBpaOI1qg&s=19

4/ This Thread from @model_daughters shows that the Voting Rights bills on the table will do little to prevent the GOP from overturning unfavorable results next time.

You can't rely on turnout if the votes they don't like aren't going to be counted.

https://twitter.com/model_daughters/status/1430686772992823311?t=niqMB4XgaMn_BXBpaOI1qg&s=19

5/ This Thread from @benFranklin2018 talks about the way media and influencer networks pacify the masses by incessantly talking about pending investigations.

They promise imminent accountability that never comes. The public evidence is more than enough.

https://twitter.com/benFranklin2018/status/1409609888997810187?t=niqMB4XgaMn_BXBpaOI1qg&s=19