RE: US election - revolution? civil unrest? coup détat?

This was a fun read.

In 2016 Donald Trump was able to bypass mass media and use social media (Twitter, Facebook) to connect with his potential electorate.

This is a really important point. I'm not aware of another President who has both attacked and bypassed the mainstream media in such an effective way. And Twitter has definitely helped facilitate that.

I think the USA has a very resilient political system currently not in danger of a coup

Historically, all constitutional Republics fail and the U.S. is not immune, but I agree with your statement. I do not think the military would allow for such an overt coup by either Presidential candidate and/or their supporters. Now, a long-term covert coup is a different conversation, lol.

Social media is leveling the playing field, eroding the monopoly of political parties for political messaging.

I agree. Even with the blatant censorship from tech companies, two-way political messaging (people/news & politicians) is a lot more open than it was in the year 2000 when you might catch a Bush or Gore ad on television, watch a debate, and talk with your family/community.

Regarding your prediction for economic problems, I don't think there's anything avoiding that. Maybe it's the Austrian theorist within me, but I don't see a path forward without a huge bust cycle. In the mean time, Stimulus Infinity holds us together.

Great post!