Former US ambassadors warned that the current political situation in the US eerily resembles the processes seen in democracies that have succumbed to authoritarian rule. During a panel discussion on Trump's early presidency, they expressed concerns over a created climate of fear meant to intimidate opposition. They emphasized the threat to democracy emanating from within the US and highlighted parallels between Trumpâs actions and historical autocratic takeovers, particularly referencing Vladimir Putin's rise in Russia and the suppression of press freedoms.
"We swore to support and defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. None of us thought the second part of that phrase would ever come into play until now."
"The challenge comes from within, as President Trump and his administration have assaulted the pillars of our democracy here at home and our strength around the world."
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