Why “American Decline” Is Overblown

Fear sells.

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It is easy to criticize America these days. Many on both the right (Glenn Ellmers) and left (umair haque) make a living selling “American decline.” Others enjoy smelling the seemingly greener grass on the other side of America’s northern border. Fear and apocalyptic prognostications sell. Just ask Donald Trump.