It’s Rome all over again. The founders knew better, but the ruling class in the early 20th didn’t like that. They wanted Rome. And lo and behold, we have it!
What’s old is new again. I doubt I’ll live long enough to see where the founder’s vision will become new again. If ever.
But I sure as Hell hope it will.
It is so hard to be stalwart. Jesus is my model for strength against adversity. It is getting easier to get resigned. I am glad you are hopeful.