I am beginning to agree with a statement by Dennis Prager, author and host of a national radio talk show: “Leftism poisons everything it influences — from journalism to the arts to universities to religion to government to male-female relations. Ultimately, leftism poisons character.”

A statement by Winston Churchill also should be examined: “Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal of misery.”

Intimidation, blackmail, coercion, corruption and much more. This is what dictators use to establish power. Russia under Stalin, China under Mao, Germany under Hitler.

Take a good look at the direction that this country is taking. Look at the power grabs of the government. Look at the corruption of the Department of Justice.

This country is in serious trouble, our money is being devalued, we have inflation, unemployment, the list goes on. Cause enough chaos and the government will claim martial law and take over everything. Result is loss of freedom.

Sheila Gibbs

Winthrop