Democracy’s guardrails are coming off
To the Editor:
Democracy thrives on rules that balance power and protect freedom. But recent actions by this new administration are tearing down those "guardrails," putting our democracy in real danger.
Checks and balances are vanishing. The executive branch grabs power, sidelining Congress and courts. One branch is testing the limits, another is bought out, and the third is cowering under threats of billionaire-funded primaries.
Transparency is gone. Oversight is blocked, whistleblowers silenced and crucial information buried. Corruption festers in the shadows. Worse, appointees are being rubber-stamped without proper vetting or security clearances. Meanwhile, Congress and the Senate seem more focused on keeping their perks than doing their jobs.
This isn’t about parties — it’s about protecting the America that we love. If we stay silent, this damage could last for generations. We must demand accountability, honesty, and leaders who respect democratic values. Democracy only works if we fight for it. Let’s stand up before it’s too late.
Constance L. Neely
Scaly Mountain
