Truman Impeachment: Implications and Lethal Stupidity

Should the former President's impeachment lead to another US secession? Not necessarily, but it is entirely possible that the consequences could be catastrophic. Let's delve into the potential implications and the reasons why secession is unlikely to follow.

Analysis of Potential Outcomes

By the time the former President is indicted, his loyalists will have realized that a violent uprising is futile. Even if an uprising did succeed in achieving its objectives, the moral and ethical implications of such actions would be devastating.

"Even if it did, we should do it anyway!" is a statement that belies the chilling reality that such actions would only further radicalize the opposition and provoke an even stronger response from the government and the populace.

The Nature of Trump's Supporters

The supporters of the former President are predominantly far-right extremists and the less educated class in the USA. They are armed and blindly follow whatever the President tells them to believe. This behavior mirrors that of the Germans who followed Hitler, creating a scenario where the potential for violence and instability is ever present.

Trump has already fomented violence in the past, and it is reasonable to assume that he could do so again due to the nature of his followers and his own ideologically driven rhetoric. However, the current Attorney General, Merrick Garland, is prioritizing political matters over the pursuit of justice, which could amplify the risk of further unrest.

Political Realities and the Chances of Secession

The likelihood of secession following the impeachment is very low for several reasons. If the Republican base remains loyal to the former President, preventing his conviction, it is improbable that a sufficient number of Senators would switch sides to achieve a supermajority required for conviction. In this scenario, the base's attachment to the former President is so strong that any efforts to address potential secessionist movements would be futile.

However, if the opposite were to occur and the Republican base turned against the former President, leading to a supermajority conviction, this would indicate a significant shift in political power and public opinion. This political realignment would likely render any secessionist desires obsolete, as the loose coalition that might have been supporting such ideas would no longer exist.

The Verdict

Secession is unlikely to follow the former President’s impeachment, primarily due to the strong attachment of the Republican base to him and the current political climate. Any potential for civil disobedience would be met with harsh consequences, including jail time rather than any form of prisoner of war status. The resulting jail sentences, however, could potentially reveal the true extent of the former President's support among his base, ultimately leading to a new political consensus or backlash.

In conclusion, while there is potential for lethal stupidity and violent actions, secession is a highly unlikely outcome due to the realities of current political dynamics and the practical implications of any such actions.