Looking forward to it! So thankful to have this alternative since I stopped watching MSNBC after you left. It became tarnished after Melissa, then after Tiffany, I really want to cut the cable. You were the ONLY reason I kept watching. Then after you that was IT. These streaming streets are SO MUCH better. THIS is freedom of speech, freedom of the press. That other stuff is bordering on political propaganda. Yuck. Good luck tomorrow! My family will be watching!
Across the U.S. and around the world, thousands will gather to say: "No man is above the law. No king rules this republic."
Today, over 200 major events are planned across the U.S., with companion observances in 15+ countries, including Canada, Germany, Argentina, and South Korea. Organizers include grassroots coalitions such as Democracy Defenders United, Lawyers Against Tyranny, Students for Constitutional Accountability, and allied community arts programs.
🔥 Because real patriots don’t bow to tyrants.
“Patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.”
— Samuel Johnson, April 7, 1775
Thanks for reading The past is the present, isn't it? It's the future, too! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.
Johnson reminds us that the most corrupt often seek moral cover in nationalistic rhetoric. He wasn’t condemning patriotism itself—but rather its cynical abuse by those who seek to exploit it when all else fails. Think of it as a moral smokescreen: when the truth gets too dangerous, they wrap themselves in the flag.
🔥 Orwell in “Notes on Nationalism” Warned about the Misuse of Patriotism
Orwell described how nationalism, unlike patriotism, is obsessive, exclusionary, and manipulative. He observed that “Nationalism is power-hunger tempered by self-deception.”
🔥 Dictators and Kings Equate Self with Nation
Authoritarians often present themselves as synonymous with the nation.
> Criticism of them = Criticism of America.
This tactic is deeply anti-democratic—and deeply un-American.
🔥Hiding Corruption and Abuse
> Wearing a cross prominently or a flag on a lapel does not absolve criminality.
> Flag-waving is often used to divert attention from scandals, cover-ups, and abuses of power. It’s political theater—emotion over accountability.
🔔 True Patriotism Involves
- Upholding constitutional principles, not personalities.
- Defending the rule of law, not selective immunity.
- Supporting truth and transparency, not propaganda.
“And when the sun shines, it will shine out the clearer.”
— Samwise Gamgee, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
🎵 Resistance Songs Playlist
Classic Protest Anthems
- Fortunate Son – CCR:
- A Change is Gonna Come – Sam Cooke:
- We Shall Overcome – Pete Seeger / Joan Baez:
- Imagine – John Lennon:
- One – U2:
- Where is the Love? – Black Eyed Peas:
🏛️ Speeches That Shaped Democracy
FDR:
JFK:
MLK:
Churchill:
Mr Churchill On Victory (1942)
Now, this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning".
🎬 Iconic Scenes of Cinematic Resistance
- The Great Dictator:
- Network:
🔗 Read More on Substack »
The past is the present, isn't it? It's the future, too
This Substack's title is taken from Eugene O'Neil's "Long Day's Journey into Night; I use it to share my "meditations" on contemporary events, influenced as they are by history. world affairs, and мелоч ["small change" or trifles].
The coverage was the type of analysis I didn’t realize I CRAVED. It nearly had me in tears because I missed you all but was adamant that I wasn’t going back to cable news without you there. Can we please consider doing this again with Tiffany Cross.
I'll be popping in here from time to time to check on you guys LOL!
Thank you for this! We were tuned in all 3 hours! So proud of you and Don!🙏🏽✨💕
Looking forward to it! So thankful to have this alternative since I stopped watching MSNBC after you left. It became tarnished after Melissa, then after Tiffany, I really want to cut the cable. You were the ONLY reason I kept watching. Then after you that was IT. These streaming streets are SO MUCH better. THIS is freedom of speech, freedom of the press. That other stuff is bordering on political propaganda. Yuck. Good luck tomorrow! My family will be watching!
Thanks so much for joining!!! Much love!!!
Hey all! Welcome to the chat thread for our live coverage! Thanks for being here!
and Happy No Kings Day!!!!
Let's party like it's OUR 2025!👍💗😁☺️
Talking about feeling excited. Can’t wait! ❤️💙🔺
Hurray for ex-cable! I cut the cord after the elections last year. Thank you 3 for your continued service to the country!
Inspiration for Resisters on No Kings Day June 14, 2025
The complete post is at https://ethansburger.substack.com/p/inspiration-for-resisters-on-no-kings
Across the U.S. and around the world, thousands will gather to say: "No man is above the law. No king rules this republic."
Today, over 200 major events are planned across the U.S., with companion observances in 15+ countries, including Canada, Germany, Argentina, and South Korea. Organizers include grassroots coalitions such as Democracy Defenders United, Lawyers Against Tyranny, Students for Constitutional Accountability, and allied community arts programs.
🔥 Because real patriots don’t bow to tyrants.
“Patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.”
— Samuel Johnson, April 7, 1775
Thanks for reading The past is the present, isn't it? It's the future, too! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.
Johnson reminds us that the most corrupt often seek moral cover in nationalistic rhetoric. He wasn’t condemning patriotism itself—but rather its cynical abuse by those who seek to exploit it when all else fails. Think of it as a moral smokescreen: when the truth gets too dangerous, they wrap themselves in the flag.
🔥 Orwell in “Notes on Nationalism” Warned about the Misuse of Patriotism
Orwell described how nationalism, unlike patriotism, is obsessive, exclusionary, and manipulative. He observed that “Nationalism is power-hunger tempered by self-deception.”
🔥 Dictators and Kings Equate Self with Nation
Authoritarians often present themselves as synonymous with the nation.
> Criticism of them = Criticism of America.
This tactic is deeply anti-democratic—and deeply un-American.
🔥Hiding Corruption and Abuse
> Wearing a cross prominently or a flag on a lapel does not absolve criminality.
> Flag-waving is often used to divert attention from scandals, cover-ups, and abuses of power. It’s political theater—emotion over accountability.
🔔 True Patriotism Involves
- Upholding constitutional principles, not personalities.
- Defending the rule of law, not selective immunity.
- Supporting truth and transparency, not propaganda.
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Even darkness must pass. A new day will come…”
“And when the sun shines, it will shine out the clearer.”
— Samwise Gamgee, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
🎵 Resistance Songs Playlist
Classic Protest Anthems
- Fortunate Son – CCR:
- A Change is Gonna Come – Sam Cooke:
- We Shall Overcome – Pete Seeger / Joan Baez:
- Imagine – John Lennon:
- One – U2:
- Where is the Love? – Black Eyed Peas:
🏛️ Speeches That Shaped Democracy
FDR:
JFK:
MLK:
Churchill:
Mr Churchill On Victory (1942)
Now, this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning".
🎬 Iconic Scenes of Cinematic Resistance
- The Great Dictator:
- Network:
🔗 Read More on Substack »
The past is the present, isn't it? It's the future, too
This Substack's title is taken from Eugene O'Neil's "Long Day's Journey into Night; I use it to share my "meditations" on contemporary events, influenced as they are by history. world affairs, and мелоч ["small change" or trifles].
The coverage was the type of analysis I didn’t realize I CRAVED. It nearly had me in tears because I missed you all but was adamant that I wasn’t going back to cable news without you there. Can we please consider doing this again with Tiffany Cross.
Yes joy. Elie in the house!!! Yeah!
Yes thank him for being here today officer Dunn
Great breaking news joy with don and Jim keep doing it for america