Could A Military Coup Happen In The U.S.? -- Paul Greenberg, Discovery News
The recent citizen uprising and ultimate military takeover of the Egyptian government has been highly scrutinized by the Obama administration. The question that remains in the minds of some Americans is, could the same thing happen here?
Although it may seem far-fetched, past presidents of the United States did warn about a potential usurping of power by the military. In his farewell address to the American people, Dwight Eisenhower said, “In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist.”
Was Eisenhower’s concern really warranted?
“The historical context is important here,” said Stephen Griffin, professor of constitutional law and author of the new book, “Long Wars and the Constitution.”
Read more ....
My Comment: If a coup should ever happen in America .... it would only tell me one thing .... the America that I know no longer exists.
Update: America the Coupless: Just because our military won't take over doesn't mean civilians can ignore it. -- Rosa Brooks, Foreign Policy
3 comments:
I have bad news for you.
The America you knew no longer exists. It was murdered by tyrannical politicians and bureaucrats of both 'parties'.
May I suggest you re-read the Declaration of Independence and see how well it applies to the current folks in DC.
Orion
I don't believe it's possible
for a coup to happen in the
US. The civilian control of
the military is too deeply
ingrained (thankfully) in
our armed forces.
ofs
Maybe not by the military but by business And organizations that have money and power
Post a Comment