Trump VS Harris — Path to 270
Winston Churchill: Democracy is the worst form of government, except all those other forms that have been tried from time to time.
It's the final countdown — the final day of voting in the U.S. presidential election. Who will it be: Trump, Harris, or someone else?
In my last volume , I shared predictions indicating Trump might edge out with 276 electoral votes to Harris’s 262. Current projections show that Donald Trump has a 54% chance of winning the presidency.
2024 Senate Results Last updated: Nov 5, 2024, 3:03 PM
51 seats are needed for a majority.
Projected Seats
2024 House Results Last updated: Nov 5, 2024, 3:04 PM
218 seats are required for a majority.
Projected Seats
218 seats are needed for control.
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Words to Ponder: Elections
Ah, the etymology of election — a tale as old as power itself. The word "election" comes from the Latin root "eligere," which means to pick out or choose, as if deciding the fate of empires could ever be so simple. This root breaks down into "e-" (out) and "legere" (to pick or choose), reflecting the process of selecting a representative or leader through voting.
You see, an election is more than the sum of its etymological parts; it's a stage, a show where the performers strut and fret for the chance to wield the scepter.
Ancient Athens might have called it democracy, a grand experiment where the crowd thought they held the strings. But behind the curtains? Always a puppet master, a whisper, a shadow. Centuries later, here we are, still casting votes, still wondering who truly pulls those strings...
Words to ponder indeed, as elections continue to be a vital cornerstone of democratic societies.
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Winston Churchill: The Architect of Democracy’s Defiance
Democracy. A system imperfect by design, chaotic by nature, but indispensable for freedom. Winston Churchill knew this truth like an old, scarred warrior. “Democracy is the worst form of government, except for all those other forms that have been tried from time to time,” he said, smirking at the irony but believing in it with unshakable resolve. Because for Churchill, democracy was not just a system. It was the last line between civilisation and the abyss.
I The Shield Against Darkness
Churchill watched history with a hawk's eye, tracing the rise of tyrants and the fall of nations. He understood that democracy, for all its frustrations and follies, was the world’s best chance to stave off the suffocating grip of totalitarianism. Elections were not just procedural. They were acts of defiance — people's quiet roar against those who would take away their voice.
II A Reluctant Hero, A Steadfast Defender
Even in the grim face of war, when bombs screamed over London and despair whispered in every corner, Churchill wielded democracy like a weapon. He didn't have the luxury of delusion; he knew democracy's flaws better than anyone. Yet he clung to it, trusting that the will of the people could bend the arc of history back toward justice. And when the war ended, and the nation he saved voted him out of office? He tipped his hat to the process.
Because true leadership isn’t clinging to power — its respecting the choice, even when it stings.
III Elections: The Quiet Revolution
Churchill saw elections as democracy’s heartbeat — an ongoing reminder that power was never a birthright but a loan from the people. They were the foundation of renewal, where governments were tested and, if found wanting, replaced without a single shot fired. It wasn’t just politics; it was the art of peaceful rebellion.
Today, Churchill’s legacy stands as a masterclass in what it means to defend freedom with more than speeches and battalions. Democracy, messy and maddening as it is, endures not through the iron grip of rulers but through the calm, collective power of the ballot box. And as Churchill might smirk and say, “If you find a better system, let me know.”
Book Recommendation
"Barbarians to Bureaucrats: Corporate Life in the Age of Revolution" by Lawrence M. Miller
Chaos to order. Revolution to regulation. "Barbarians to Bureaucrats" reveals how raw ambition transforms into structured systems of control. Miller shows how the untamed energy of dreamers gives way to the cold precision of bureaucrats who build lasting legacies.
It’s not just about organisations, it’s about the invisible forces that shape power itself. A sharp look at how the wild becomes regulated — and how those who master this shift command the future.
What’s Happening in the World?
Notable Case Study: The 2000 U.S. Presidential Election
In the grand theatre of democracy, the 2000 U.S. presidential election stands as a compelling case study — an intricate tale of ambition, uncertainty, and the relentless pursuit of power. Held on November 7, 2000, the election pitted Republican George W. Bush against Democrat Al Gore, setting the stage for....
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A Question for You
In the midst of elections, here’s a question to consider:
Who will be the next President of the United States? Will it be Donald Trump, or Kamala Harris?
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Two Execution Strategies for Strengthening Democracy
I Empower Citizen Participation
In a democracy, the voice of the people must resonate. Facilitating active engagement through town halls, citizen assemblies, and online forums transforms passive observers into active participants. For example, Switzerland excels in this arena, holding frequent referendums that empower citizens to directly influence legislative outcomes. This approach not only....Subscribe for full version: https://chrisvoolaid.substack.com .
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2 周Live Update. Updated at 09:52 GMT +2 Presidential Election Results 224 Harris | 267 Trump Source: ?Associated Press (AP)? Is Trump going to win?