"It seems like Arthur Miller's The Crucible always finds its way back into my life somehow. From first reading the play in high school to performing in it a decade ago to rolling my eyes at Aaron Sorkin's sexist misinterpretation of it, the quintessential "political play" finds new and interesting ways to once again grab my attention, faults and all. I thought of it again after the past week's exciting political developments."
"Between New Yorkers embracing an unabashed socialist and we Californians experimenting with "ethical gerry-mandering"- and seeing as how we're still in the midst of a government shutdown caused by rich Republicans wanting to let ordinary citizens die without healthcare-one would think the Dems would ride said wave to populist glory. You'd think. Like everyone who tells John Proctor to give up rather than stand for the truth, Dems decided to fold like cheap accordions and hand Republicans a victory on a silver platter."
Arthur Miller's The Crucible repeatedly acts as a lens for examining contemporary political behavior, linking theatrical memory and civic outrage. Recent electoral shifts and bold local tactics created an opening for Democrats to advance populist policies, yet Democratic leaders declined to press the advantage. Instead of sustaining principled resistance, Democrats opted for concession and compromise, effectively delivering victories to Republicans. Public moments of dissent against Trump and unexpected judicial restraint on social issues contrasted with Democratic timidity. The comparison to John Proctor frames Democratic choices as prioritizing perceived political expediency over speaking hard truths and standing firm.
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