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[–] [S] 16 points 2 weeks ago* (5 children)

It's not that the checks and balances have no power, it's that Republicans control all branches of government and refuse to stop him. They only work if they are used

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  • [–] 4 points 2 weeks ago (4 children)

    I understand you think that's a distinction, I consider it one without much difference. If Repubs refuse to check him, then there are no checks on his power.

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  • [–] [S] 5 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (3 children)

    That's not how a system works. If I get on the freeway and rear end another car it's not because my car doesn't have brakes. My car does, but I just didn't use them.

    It's very important to understand that congress could stop this at any moment. They have the power to do so. The check is still there. However the majority supports all of this.

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