One of the things most likely to bring down a country or a civilization is corruption. As Gerard notes, we see this over and over throughout history. It's undeniable that the US has become a state run by kleptocrats and dedicated to enriching their chosen beneficiaries. But Trump has dedicated his term to uprooting and exposing the Uniparty and the Deep State. While progress is slow, it's undeniable. And that may be the biggest determinant of the mid term election outcome.