The US Constitution is a document deeply mistrustful of government and meant to protect “We, the People” from it. People have a right to be wrong, say stupid things (especially in private), vote for idiots, and harm themselves.
A fascist, by the old definition, was one who suppresses opinion in favor of dictatorial, strong-armed governance, at the expense of plurality of thought and expression
I wish to write about being a good person because in the wake of Memorial Day, I am reminded of those who died doing their duty, despite what you may think about the underlying reasons for their deployments