[-] xerxos@feddit.org 1 points 8 hours ago* (last edited 8 hours ago)

Let's go point by point:

  • Political instability and weak governance are present.

  • No

  • There are deep ethnic, religious, or sectarian tensions.

  • Yes

  • The economy is declining with high inequality.

  • Economy: not declining - Inequality: high

  • Persistent social unrest and widespread protests occur.

  • Might happen if Trump loses or steals the presidency

  • External powers are interfering or supporting different factions.

  • Yes, big time

  • There is significant resource scarcity and competition.

  • Not yet, but global warming might make this happen

  • Militarization and proliferation of arms increase.

  • Well, it's the USA

  • Systematic human rights violations and repression take place.

  • Might happen under Trump

  • Society experiences strong ideological polarization.

  • Yes

  • Demographic pressures such as rapid population growth or urbanization exist.

  • No

  • The rule of law and justice systems are breaking down.

  • No

  • Historical grievances and unresolved conflicts resurface.

  • No

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