The New GOP Plan to 'Starve the Beast' -- Meaning, All Democrats

The piece analyzes how today’s GOP aims to erode Democrats' political and financial power, extending the old ‘starve the beast’ concept to new targets. It traces Reagan-era roots and Grover Norquist’s vow to shrink government, arguing that the strategy has broadened to cut off funding for Democratic cities, states, and priorities. The article contends that many cuts are illegal or immoral and that the rhetoric has extended to a wide segment of Americans. It also touches on perceptions of Trump and critiques the resilience of free-speech protections that critics say shield harmful actors in politics.