In a reflective piece, Glynn Wilson critiques the political landscape shaped by former President Donald Trump and highlights the normalization of far-right ideologies. He describes Peter Baker’s role at The New York Times, emphasizing how Trump and Vladimir Putin shifted blame for the war in Ukraine onto President Biden. The article explores the rise of right-wing extremism since Trump’s first term and notes that many of their previously fringe views have become mainstream.
Wilson discusses the decline of groups like the Oath Keepers due to legal actions but points out the transformation of political discourse under Trump, with far-right agendas increasingly adopted by the White House. Notably, he contrasts the current political climate with historical conservation efforts by figures like Theodore Roosevelt, stressing the importance of protecting U.S. wilderness amid rising authoritarianism.
Finally, he encourages readers to seek solace in nature to cope with the unsettling reality of contemporary politics and warns against the potential environmental degradation under future policies. The urgency of preserving democratic values is highlighted throughout, as Wilson remains committed to using his platform for truth in reporting.
