We have to see beyond CNN and TRump- the world is heading into real scarcity caused by end stage capitalism it is the plan - it is what they want- you cant have an elite class without alot of poor people supporting that caste.
Now why Authoritarianism - well the poor rise up unless there is a dictator and his militarized guard ready willing and able to kill those who would be free from indentured servitude and slavery.
Here is the reality it has never been red vs blue -always wealthy vs poor and the privilege's and system designed to keep the wealthy well with it all.
CNN corporation doing what end stage capitalists do- make money in chaos
The only way out is RCV and it will be bloody as hell- Rank Choice Voting for true leaders, term limits and peoples political lobby.
Me I am old so I will reset in the next simulation.
JAFO