[SauntSolaire]

Let's say, hypothetically, you had two political parties — a "destroy the current institutions" party, and the "preserve the current institutions" party.

The latter might notice the former having an easier time, but "hey, it works for them" is the wrong takeaway. Commit to the hard work of building resilient institutions; don't join in the destruction because it's easier.

There's also an element of "Never (...), they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience."

[ianbutler]

The republicans are building things not just destroying is the point. It’s just stuff you wont like. This is why Im not a democrat. The left hasn't been able to effect change or be useful ever [my entire life], sure loves to moralize though.