The leftist takeover of the Dem party/media/educational system/society happened during the last 20 years.
And I hate, but must admit to having been a part in that downfall, in the sense that, as a freewheelin' hippy of the '60's .. I was as good a devil's deciple for the demise of America as a squishy brained young adult male of the times could be.
I've repented of my ways and God has forgiven me, but I suffer the occasional pang of conscience when I dare to reminisce.