Nov 11, 2024: Divided reactions among pro-democracy advocates and the doom of defending current institutions

The first source explores the divided reactions among Chinese pro-democracy advocates to Trump's reelection, using a filmmaker's story to illustrate the challenges of fighting for democracy in authoritarian regimes and shifting perceptions of the U.S. The second source argues that Democrats' focus on defending institutions rather than addressing societal discontent has fueled authoritarianism's rise, contributing to Trump's success.