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From Martial Law to MAGA Law: Are We on the Brink of Authoritarianism?

South Korea’s martial law declaration serves as a warning for America, where Trump’s plans to deploy the military domestically echo chilling parallels.

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Dec 03, 2024
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The Warning from Seoul

When South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing opposition "anti-state activities," the world took notice. Martial law in a modern democracy? It’s a stark reminder of how fragile democratic norms can be when leaders prioritize personal power over constitutional principles.

But let’s not kid ourselves—this isn’…

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