In the lead-up to a major military parade planned for June 14, 2025— coinciding with Donald Trump's 79th birthday—concerns grow over the implications of such displays of military might. Previous attempts at similar parades faced criticism due to high costs and fears of endorsing totalitarian optics. Republican leaders previously spoke out against such spectacles, but dissent appears muted this time. The article underscores that such military displays can signal a shift towards authoritarianism, reminiscent of totalitarian regimes, and it questions the appropriateness of showcasing military power under the current administration.
This spectacle of a massive show of military might, before a president who behaves like a dictator, evokes memories of the worst totalitarian regimes.
Confidence is silent, and insecurity is loud, and we don't need to show off our power. This is not who America is.
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