Democracy on Trial is a masterpiece documentary at the perfect time that should go viral. – Daily Kos
Democracy on Trial by Michael Kirk is a thorough documentary of the systematic and lengthy evolution and execution of the attempt to overthrow the government. It has deep roots in the mindset of the dictator wannabe way before he was elected. The coup attempt on January 6 was the tip of the iceberg.
Anyone who watches this 2 h 23 minute film will see the complete truth of what happened inside the White House and throughout America that lead to what we all saw that historical day. Some of the watchers may become a jurors in the Jack Smith and other trials.
What is very comforting and an inspiration of what should happen this year is how manydid the right thing all along. The film makes me optimistic that the MAGA mob will not succeed because of the courage of many Americans going forward .
It deserves an Oscar for best documentary. (Poll bellow, hopefully many watched it already)
This documentary by PBS will play a role in the political dynamics going forward. Lets do what we can to make it happen.
This 18 minute interview with Michael Kirk, before the release, gives you the why and how of his warning to all about the possible future based on the rationally explained past. It gives a clear picture of the thinking and goals behind the documentary.
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Democracy on Trial is a masterpiece documentary at the perfect time that should go viral. - Daily Kos
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