U.S. President Donald Trump and the risk of autocracy

SOURCE www.npr.org
The article discusses concerns about the United States potentially heading towards autocracy under President Donald Trump, drawing parallels with Russia's slide into autocracy under Vladimir Putin. It highlights the impact of Trump's executive orders on consolidating power and upending long-held policies and norms.

Key Points

  • Comparison between Trump's actions and Putin's consolidation of power
  • Impact of executive orders on democracy
  • Shifting boundaries of democracy

Pros

  • Raises awareness about potential threats to democracy
  • Encourages critical thinking about the current political climate

Cons

  • May be seen as biased or sensationalized by some readers