The Democrats’ Dilemma: Combat Trump’s Oligarchy or Continue Subservience to Wealthy Contributors | The Nation. Political News / February 10, 2025. Elon Musk’s attempt to consolidate power is finally sparking a backlash. However, it is currently being compromised by the party leaders’ reliance on Silicon Valley. Jeet Heer. On February 7, 2025, protesters gathered in Washington, DC to voice their opposition to federal job cuts and called for the dismissal of Elon Musk from his position in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). (Photo by Brian Dozier / AFP, courtesy of Getty Images). Elon Musk’s current takeover of the administrative system has accomplished what Democrats have been unable to achieve for several months: it has brought back to voters’ minds the reasons for their strong dislike of Donald Trump and the necessity of opposing him. Trump’s initial win in 2020 sparked immediate protests across the country that lasted for weeks, along with years of activism from civil society.
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