I agree that elections alone aren't enough, but the question of whether you expect a chance to reset in 4 years affects a lot of strategic calculations. If you

I agree that elections alone aren't enough, but the question of whether you expect a chance to reset in 4 years affects a lot of strategic calculations. If you expect Trump will face democratic accountability in 2026 and 2028, it makes sense to focus on things like tariffs that a lot of voters will find mildly uncomfortable. If you don't, any energy you spend on things that don't produce mass mobilization is wasted.