America Will Become A Socialist Nation Because Republicans are too lazy to Vote!!
- LeRoy Cossette

- Nov 5, 2025
- 5 min read

On Tuesday, socialist Democrats defeated Republicans Adam Hatton and Landen Stevenson, who were running for seats on the General Assemblies of Canton and Waynesville. WHY?
Was it because they ran poor campaigns? Did they fail to articulate their ideas on how they would correct the problems that their socialist opponents have created? Did they fail to reach out to their community residents and lay out how they would improve their cities' governance? Or were they just poor candidates who were out of their league and should never have sought election?
The answer: Absolutely not!
These two strong Conservative Republicans would have served in a manner that represented the will of the people and ensured that Waynesville and Canton were governed in a manner that reflected the Christian conservative values of the residents of Waynesville and Canton. They gave their all to convince Registered Republicans that the socialist policies that their socialist Democrat opponents had implemented were failing the residents of Waynesville and Canton.
So why did they lose races that they should have easily won and ousted the socialist Democrats and their failed socialist policies? They lost because registered republicans WERE TOO DAMN LAZY to get their BUTTS OFF THEIR COUCHES and take just one short hour to carry out their civic duty and responsibility to be engaged in the governance of their community by voting. They lost because, once again, the Democrats showed up and the Republicans stayed home. These are the same people who will be among the first to complain about the problems affecting their lives and livelihoods.
And to add salt to wounds resulting from our municipality election losses, socialist communist Zohran Mamdani was elected as the mayor of New York City, which has sent shockwaves through America’s political landscape. His victory, built on a platform with strong socialist leanings, is a pivotal moment in our country’s governance. Electoral wins by Marxist-Democrats in states like Virginia and New Jersey, coupled with the passage of Governor Newsom’s Proposition 50, only intensify concerns about where Mamdani’s leadership may lead the nation. As the U.S. faces increasing exposure to socialist ideas, both here in our own communities and throughout America, it is vital to understand the potential consequences of this governance shift.

Mamdani's campaign featured bold claims aimed at reshaping New York City. His promises have raised alarms, suggesting a possible rise of far-left ideologies across America. If his leadership is indicative of a broader trend, the implications could be severe. Haywood County and counties across America are already grappling with the burden of government programs that perpetuate a culture of dependency on the state.
The nation currently spends substantial resources on welfare, which is also true in Haywood County communities, inducing a growing concern that these socialist welfare programs are pushing America further along the road to socialism.

In fiscal year 2025, the federal government spent approximately $7 trillion, while collecting around $5.23 trillion in taxes. This stark contrast reveals a financial crisis in the making, worsened by the rising number of citizens relying on government assistance. Can we say that this is not the case for Waynesville and Canton? The answer is NO!
To illustrate the degree to which American citizens have been seduced and eventually addicted to government aid and control:
77.7 million Americans, about 1 in 5, receive Medicaid or CHIP benefits.
42 million Americans, or roughly 1 in 8, depend on SNAP (food stamps).
These numbers shine a light on a troubling reality—many Americans are already entrenched in a system that is veering towards socialism. A reality that is equally true in Haywood County and counties across America.

Adding more complexity to this scenario is the estimated 30 million illegal immigrants residing in the U.S. Many of these individuals rely on government support, which compounds the issue of welfare dependency:
59% of illegal immigrants receive some form of welfare.
18% benefit from cash assistance.
48% obtain food support.
39% use Medicaid for health care.
4% rely on housing assistance.
Such statistics highlight the increased strain on welfare systems, further indicating a culture of dependency within our society.
The growing reliance on government assistance raises important questions about the future of American democracy. Historical examples consistently demonstrate that attempts to implement socialist structures in various nations have led to economic breakdown and social chaos.

As the radical far-left wings within the socialist Democrat Party gain influence, which is equally valid in Haywood County, it becomes essential for Republicans and conservatives to challenge these ideologies more aggressively. The stakes are substantial, and the urgency to protect the foundational values of freedom and personal accountability in America remains high.
Given these developments, active political engagement is critical. Citizens of Haywood County and across America must stay informed and alert regarding the policies pushed by their elected officials. Even more so in Waynesville and Canton, where socialist Democrats are governing because Registered Republicans couldn't take the time to show up at their polling sites and vote out these socialist Democrats.
The election of socialist communists like Zohran Mamdani acts as a wake-up call for those who cherish the core principles of our nation. Advocating for policies that highlight economic freedom, personal responsibility, and limited governmental oversight is essential in these times. This wake-up call begins at the local level.
As America faces pivotal challenges, the implications of Zohran Mamdani's victory extend well beyond New York City. The rise of socialist ideologies poses real threats to the nation's future and to the future of the residents of Waynesville and Canton.
Haywood County citizens must get involved in politics, advocate for Christian conservative ideals, and hold leaders accountable. The battle against socialism transcends mere politics; it represents a fight for America’s very soul.
In this critical moment, Republicans and conservatives must uphold the principles that have made the United States a symbol of freedom and opportunity. The time for action is now, as the nation’s future hangs in the balance. It is far past time that Republicans realize the threat facing them and get off that damn couch and start doing something, anything that will help save America from turning socialist.


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As usual Le, a brilliant synopsis, a frightening one and a wakeup call, or so it should be. I believed and still do, that too many republicans believed the 2024 election victory was the be all and end all of the fight against the evil that is the democrat party, when it was plainly not the case as evidenced by the proceedings of this week! I will take one glaring example, NYC. I find it incomprehensible that any New Yorker could possibly vote for this antisemitic, American hating, Muslim fanatic. Have they so quickly forgotten that it was Islamic/Muslim terrorists that bombed the World Trade Center in 1993 and then totally destroyed it in 2001. In God's name what i…
These words you spoke were so true and so frightening. Republicans are to blame for everything that happens to them. They will reap what they sew. They will see the country fall apart because they're too lazy to take part in saving it.
We have a
God given right to vote. It is a privilege and it's an honor. It is also a weapon very effectively used by the socialist democrats.
Please wake up before it is too late.
I 100% agree with you Sir but I no longer live in NC. I'm finding the same problem up here in Va.except it is probably worse.