That brings us to a final factor shaping President Trump's ability to damage our democracy: crisis. Major security crises-wars or large-scale terrorist attacks-are political game changers. Almost invariably, they increase support for the government. Citizens become more likely to tolerate, and even endorse, authoritarian measures when they fear for their security.
( Steven Levitsky )
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