Marianne Williamson

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Score 81
4/29/2025, 2:00:55 AM
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In reply to:
Bret “with one T”
@hergie409
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@kurtgx @marwilliamson The authoritarian playbook is to tell you there is a big problem and by destroying everything around you and entrenching their power, they are going to “fix it”. This is an old tale, repeated over and over again but go ahead and pretend this is different
Kurt
@kurtgx
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47d
@marwilliamson Yes, but what happens when you really really really need to drain the swamp? Are you just forever barred because Mussolini did something vaguely similar?
Marianne Williamson
@marwilliamson
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47d
“Drain the swamp” was a campaign initiated by Italy’s fascist dictator Mussolini, firing 35,000 civil servants as soon as his government gained power.

The statement 'Yep' by @hergie409 is a brief agreement in a conversation discussing the historical context and implications of the phrase 'drain the swamp,' which is linked to authoritarian tactics. The conversation involves a critique of political strategies that may resemble those used by authoritarian regimes.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly cause harm, but it aligns with a conversation critiquing potentially harmful political strategies.
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not actively promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, but it aligns with a conversation that seeks to highlight historical lessons.
  3. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments, maintaining a neutral tone. [+1]
  4. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech by participating in a public discourse about political strategies and historical context. [+1]