Source: Common Dreams
by Peter Bloom
“In an already historic presidential campaign featuring the rising threat of Christian nationalism, assignation attempts, and the sudden switch of a presidential nominee, one of the most under the radar but worrying developments has been how the Democratic Party has increasingly sought to associate its militaristic policies with a campaign centered on ‘hope’ and ‘joy’. This strategic move, while politically savvy, raises profound questions about the nature of progress, the role of military power in shaping global politics, and the future of American democracy. As the United States grapples with the genuine threat of far-right extremism and the specter of Trumpism, it becomes crucial to critically examine the Democrats’ approach to national security and foreign policy. The Democratic Party’s emphasis on hope and joy in their political messaging is not new. Barack Obama’s 2008 campaign, with its iconic ‘Hope’ poster and message of change, set a precedent for this approach.” (08/26/24)
https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/democratic-party-militarism