Mike Belcher, a commentator active on social media, recently posted a series of tweets addressing the concepts of democracy in the United States and the European Union, as well as referencing upcoming legislation.
On December 7, 2025, Belcher stated: “The US is a direct threat to… democracy…”.
Shortly after, on December 8, 2025, he commented on the political structure of the European Union: ‘”The EU isn’t a democracy – it’s a…” goes on to define democracy.’
Later that same day, Belcher referenced new legislation with his post: “The CHARLIE Act fixes this. Coming 2026.”
Belcher’s remarks reflect ongoing debates about the state of democracy in both the United States and the European Union. The EU has faced criticism regarding its democratic legitimacy due to its complex institutional framework and decision-making processes. Similarly, discussions about democratic backsliding and threats to democratic norms have been prevalent in U.S. political discourse in recent years.