Not any more at stake than in the 1850's 1860's when the Whigs we fired. One of the two of the GOP or DEMs parties is gonna have to go and a new conservative party replace one of the two or this nation doesn't have long to go.
Simply disagree; today's world offers far greater opportunities for regret; all of which are embedded in every threat our Country faces today. Today, it is not just a matter of our 'freedom to choose'; but the 'future unfolding' from the choices' we make.