We live in the greatest nation the world has ever seen. It is made up of people. People are broken. Therefore, even though we are the greatest, we are on the downhill slide, not the uphill climb. It is a natural progression that cannot be avoided. Not because a democratic republic is a bad idea and not because the democrats are ruining the place but because people are broken at the very core. I know you and I agree on this. As such, this is not the same environment you grew up in. Something may very well happen. Is it likely? No. Will you ever forgive yourself if it happens? No.

Edit: Meant for this to be under frytownfarmer's post.