“Democracy consists of choosing your dictators, after they’ve told you what you think it is you want to hear.” – Alan Coren

Alan Coren (1938-2007) was an English writer, humorist, BBC broadcaster and satirist who had an openly cynical view of the form of government Americans have now held dear for 250 years.

Does Coren have a point?

Whether you agree or disagree with Coren, your opinion is equally valid and salient; even as the current government swings toward authoritarianism, the editorial We at The Hustings has observed a great deal of optimism for the future of our democracy from both right and left, Republicans, Democrats, and independents. 

We also are aware of opinions from left and right that said trend toward “authoritarianism” is overblown, undeserved or even necessary in order to help preserve American democracy.

As our nation’s semi-quincentennial rapidly approaches, we humbly seek your civilly stated opinions on this issue. 

Send your COMMENTS on the state of our democracy and/or its future to editors@thehustings.news and please indicate whether you lean left or right, regardless of the opinion stated within, in the subject line. –Editors