Giles, I share your admiration of Hoffer and have a signed note from him in response to a fan letter I sent in my teenage years. Regarding your line, "It will be left to America’s “inferior elements” and “least worthy members” to restore some order from the calculated chaos that marks 2024. They may be up to the task." Do you really think the right wing / Trump forces will restore order? Trump is on record as saying, "I love chaos," and many voices on Fox, Newsmax, ON and numerous right-wing websites are pushing the chaos button. In the manner of the 1930s, they are trying to foment fear and loathing to help Trump win / the radical right gain and/or retain power. I suggest you offer a more articulate version of your political views.
Giles, I share your admiration of Hoffer and have a signed note from him in response to a fan letter I sent in my teenage years. Regarding your line, "It will be left to America’s “inferior elements” and “least worthy members” to restore some order from the calculated chaos that marks 2024. They may be up to the task." Do you really think the right wing / Trump forces will restore order? Trump is on record as saying, "I love chaos," and many voices on Fox, Newsmax, ON and numerous right-wing websites are pushing the chaos button. In the manner of the 1930s, they are trying to foment fear and loathing to help Trump win / the radical right gain and/or retain power. I suggest you offer a more articulate version of your political views.
Spot on. Always enjoy your essays.