Are we on the cusp of an event of enormous magnitude happening in our country?

Yes. Trump is going to MAGA.

Fourth turning. Hide ya kids, hide ya wife.

I'll believe it when I see it. Everyone always thinks they're living in unprecedented times.

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The 1960's

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Why people cling to this time period is beyond me.


Relax. Everything will be fine.

We are entering a changing of the guard so to speak. Every 50 years or so this happens as the new generations seize power from the old and there is a culture struggle for the new norm. It happens within country and globally.

Right now there are 3 main struggles going on.

1. Progressivism vs Alt Right Conservatism - this is different than your classical liberal/conservative fight. More of a culture war between PC culture and the more classical American attitudes. Progressives are not liberals because they believe in silencing opposition and controlling all means of a narrative. They are more left wing fascists. Alt Right conservatives aren't traditional conservatives because they tend to be ok with big govt policy as long as it reinforces their cultural ideas. They also support nationalism and protectionist trade policy, a sharp change from free trade ideas of recent past.

2. The People vs The Establishment - one of the few things everyone agrees on, the elite in the media and the politicians and big business executives are out of control. The people with newfound access to information via the Internet are awakening, and seeking to put a check on the elites power. The elite are getting noticeably desperate and less quiet about their intentions. Of the 3 battles, this is the most dangerous one to our country if history is any indicator.

3. Globalists vs Nationalist - this is the worldwide struggle going on now. This one is also dangerous as it's the one that could spark a major world conflict. The global elite seek to tear down nation sovereignty and democracy in favor of a new world order and their own seat at the table. Nationalist movements seek to do what's best for each individual country and stop the flow of 3rd world people into the civilized world.

Could be....the Cubs won the world series, the Falcons damn near won the super bowl and Tennessee turned the corner....oh wait,.....never mind...


I think we are definitely living in interesting times....the bill for western civilization mis-treating every group of people who are white, christian males with family connections and wealth is going to come due someday....and that butchers bill is not going to small....

I am not sure about the war part but do foresee a lot of political upheaval. I am most likely much older than you and, like you, have an interest in history. I had a feeling something like is happening would transpire, and spoke with friends about being on the right side of history.

If you like history, you may someday become interested in genealogy if you haven't already. If possible, speak with your grandparents and older family members about your family's history. Write it down. You may be glad you did.

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Are we so preoccupied with social media and memes that we are failing to realize the monumental events happening during our time, right under our nose?

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I actually think the opposite. Our preoccupation has made us feel like something monumental is happening, when it's not really THAT big of a deal--especially since it's occurring on social media.

I don't think it's that big of a deal. If you aren't on social media and message boards, etc all day, life is pretty good for the average person.
I have nothing to be angry about and it's all kind of funny to me right now with the right vs the left pissing match.