It's always been the case, and still very much is, that when Western neoliberals and the US Security State herald the importance of "democracy," what they mean is: "we get the rulers we want."

"Fascism" means: they elected someone we dislike, so you must stay united behind us. https://t.co/FMX0F29SG7

— Glenn Greenwald (@ggreenwald) September 27, 2022