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Publisher's Note May 2025
Project 2025 and the Imperative of Resistance
There were a lot of things during the 2024 presidential race that Democratic candidates warned Americans about: the subjugation of the rule of law, the politics of vindictive retaliation, broken international agreements, and Project 2025. Of all of these existential challenges to our democracy, none has been more effective and ubiquitous than Project 2025-- it is the reason we are facing a deep Constitutional crisis in this country.
The takeover of American democracy has happened under the guise of a populist movement promising to restore America to a "greatness" it may have yet to achieve. This populist phenomenon, MAGA, is a movement grounded in racist nativism with a warped sense of national identity and global purpose. In its euphoria, supporters of Donald Trump have demonstrated a willingness to ignore the Constitution to further the President's agenda on immigration, tariffs, territorial expansion, and the enhancement of executive power.
This is a matter of utmost urgency and significance-- the internal national security threat posed by the populist movement embodied in Project 2025 and the broader MAGA agenda. For this reason, we must recognize the historical parallels to past authoritarian movements and take robust countermeasures to protect our democratic institutions and the rights of all American citizens.
Understanding the Threat
At its core, the MAGA movement, led by President Donald Trump, seeks to redefine what it means to be an American. It promotes a vision of white Christian nationalism that is divisive, exclusionary, and hateful-- pitting working-class white Americans against a laundry list of "enemies": immigrants, Blacks, Latinos, "transgender people, 'woke' Democrats, and the deep administrative state. As the Trump administration gets more accustomed to governing, the grievances will become more pronounced and the lists will get longer. It echoes the sentiments of past movements that have exploited economic distress and social discontent to gain power. The Populist Party of the late 19th century, the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s, and the Mc Carthy era all serve as historical reminders of how populism can morph into violent political hysteria when left unchecked.
Today, we see similar tactics employed by Trump and his allies. They frame their agenda as a fight against a corrupt establishment, yet their actions reveal a troubling disregard for democratic norms and institutions. The lawfare being waged against opponents of Trump and MAGA-- through executive orders, and punitive measures targeting student activists and federal judges-- poses unprecedented threats to our civil liberties.
The Coming Lawfare Against American Citizens
The eradication of due process against legal residents and the arrest of Hannah Dugan, a Wisconsin judge accused of obstructing Trump's deportation policies reveals a cynical approach to resolving immigration problems. The Trump administration's Pam Bondi, has taken an aggressive tone on prosecuting "any American" who undermines Donald Trump's ability to swiftly deport undocumented immigrants ( and increasingly those with legal residency status) out of the country.
The term "lawfare" refers to the use of legal systems and institutions to achieve political objectives, often at the expense of justice and fairness. Under the Trump administration, we have witnessed a disturbing trend of weaponizing the law against political opponents and marginalized communities. From attempts to limit access to federal buildings for law firms to the chilling rhetoric surrounding the deportation of American citizens to foreign prisons, the implications of this lawfare are profound.
The notion of outsourcing the incarceration of American citizens to countries like El Salvador is concerning and dangerous. Appellate courts in the US are overflowing with cases where due process violations serve as the legal cause of action in lawsuits-- often, as the plaintiffs succeed in proving that due process violations warrant both retrials and outright dismissals where the facts align with the law. Having one's day in court is an American birthright-- tantamount to a sacred obligation every level of American government owes the people. The idea not only raises serious ethical and legal questions but also reflects a broader mentality that views citizenship as conditional.
Exclusivity suggests that US citizens can be treated differently under arbitrary rules that are subject to the whims of a political agenda; and rules that prioritizes punitive measures over due process and fairness. What is happening under the Trump administration, particularly in the Justice Department, is morally indefensible and fundamentally incompatible with the values that form the basis of our republic.
Public concern about the direction of our country is palpable. Americans are growing wary of the Trump/Musk/MAGA agenda and its implications for civil liberties. Yet, despite this growing unease, there is a sense of resignation among many Americans-- as if the tide of authoritarianism is an unstoppable force. This is where we must galvanize our collective resolve. We cannot afford to be passive observers, we must be active participants in saving our republic.
The Imperative of Resistance
The American public's response to Project 2025 has been overwhelmingly tepid, with growing opposition to the tariffs, the assaults on the press and higher education, and the Trump administration's callous indifference to the Constitution. This growing dissent underscores a vital understanding among Americans: that a strong democracy-- government responsive to the needs of its people-- is necessary for addressing the pressing issues of our time.
Resistance to project 2025 must be multifaceted, encompassing legal, political, and grassroots efforts to protect our institutions. Advocacy groups and civil society organizations play an essential role in mobilizing public opinion and holding public officials accountable. Project 2025 represents a profound threat to our democracy, echoing the authoritarian impulses of the past that led to national catastrophes.
As Americans, it is imperative to respond to the dangers posed by such initiatives and to actively resist efforts designed to erode the foundations of our democracy. Upholding democratic values and ensuring that all voices are heard is essential for creating "a more perfect union." Project 2025's misguided focus on restoring America aligns with dangerous historical failures, as it attempts to redefine our national identity through the narrow lens of exclusion and intolerance. The Trump administration painfully reminds us that American democracy is not a static achievement-- it is a continuous struggle that requires active participation and commitment from every citizen.
Warm regards,
Ahmad al-Ansari
al Ansari and Associates LLC