Trump and the MAGA movement have burned down the core ideals that once defined the Republican Party. If you’ve historically voted Republican, it’s time to face the truth: this is not your party anymore. Move on — and never vote for MAGA again.   1. Limited Government. Once a core conse rvative value, it’s been abandoned. MAGA Republicans slashed programs they disliked while doubling spending on the military and ICE. They’ve turned government into an instrument of control — meddling with the stock market, pressuring the Federal Reserve, and even seizing foreign assets for presidential use.   2. Citizens’ Right to Resist Tyranny. The Second Amendment and “Don’t Tread on Me” once symbolized resistance to government overreach. Now MAGA uses power to crush dissent — the very tyranny conservatives once feared.   3. The Fourth Amendment. Warrantless raids and arrests are now routine. ICE and other departments flaunt constitutional rights without consequence.   4. States’ Rights. Republican rhetoric used to champion local control. MAGA federalizes enforcement, sends ICE and troops into unwilling states, withholds federal funds from political enemies, and punishes state autonomy.   5. Fiscal Responsibility.  Once the party of balanced budgets, Republicans now preside over ballooning deficits — gifting massive tax cuts while the national debt soars past \$38 trillion.   6. Low Taxes for the Middle Class. Tariffs function as hidden taxes, raising prices on everyday goods. Average American families now pay \$1,600–\$4,000 more each year.   7. Free Market Economics. Trade wars are wrecking U.S. exports. Canada has blocked American liquor and shifted to Chinese EVs; farm exports are drying up; global partners are buying elsewhere.   8. Respect for the Judiciary. After stacking courts with conservative judges, MAGA now disrespects the very judiciary it built — halting investigations and weaponizing the Justice Department against political rivals.   9. Peace First. “No new wars” was once a conservative rallying cry. Yet Trump pursued aggressive interventions from Venezuela to Greenland — promoting might over diplomacy.   10. American Global Leadership. MAGA has undercut U.S. influence abroad: devaluing the dollar’s global standing, gutting foreign aid, insulting allies, and retreating from NATO, climate accords, WHO, and the U.N.   11. Equality and the American Dream. Liberty and justice are now conditional. If you’re poor, a minority, or LGBTQ, your rights shrink. But if you’re wealthy enough, you can buy a visa.   12. Immigration and Refugee Support. Legal immigration — from asylum seekers to professionals and students — is being shut down, except for select cases favored by politics or race.   13. Freedom to Travel. Trump’s travel bans have led to reciprocal restrictions, limiting where U.S. citizens can go.   14. Tourism.  America’s image abroad is shattered, hurting our businesses, economy, and reputation. 15. Free Speech. Reporters and broadcasters face threats, license reviews, and blocked mergers unless they align with the administration’s agenda.   16. Science and Innovation. Funding for scientific research is slashed or censored. The brightest minds are leaving for countries that still value truth and discovery.   17. Disaster Relief and Empathy. When climate catastrophes strike, MAGA’s response is cruel indifference — withholding FEMA aid and mocking those in need.   18. Statesmanship and Dignity. Grace and leadership have been replaced by vengeance and authoritarian theatrics. Pride in American leadership has vanished.   The MAGA agenda bears little resemblance to true conservatism. Voting for them because you support a single issue — like gun rights or abortion bans — is no longer defensible. There are other candidates and movements that respect your values without dismantling our democracy.   Don’t assume your local “reasonable Republican” can resist MAGA’s control in Washington. Again and again, they fold to fear of retaliation. Even longtime loyalists, from insider advisers to firebrands like Marjorie Taylor Greene, have fallen from favor. No Utah Republican — or any Republican — can stand up to Trump’s wrath.   It’s time to build something new. America needs new parties, new courage, and leaders who honor freedom instead of dismantling it. Dave Rockwood Park City  The post Not your party appeared first on Park Record. ...read more read less