A hallmark of the Trump presidency and of Donald J. Trump, himself, has been a complete and utter lack of character. Gone are the days when Republicans actually cared about such a thing — when “Character Counts” served as an important slogan. Frighteningly illogical, dangerously unhinged, ruthlessly vindictive, and pathologically deceptive, it’s no wonder that …
Theme 9: Demonstrating lack of decency and moral character Read More »
Rather than nurture and feed off of strong relationships with US allies that were built over generations of diplomacy, cooperative trade agreements, and joint military exercises in combat as far back as the two world wars, Trump has approached international relations like everything else — a know-it-all. From day one, he made it clear that …
Theme 8: Alienating our allies while placating dictators and national foes Read More »
One of the hallmarks of the Trump presidency has been an assault on immigration through xenophobia, even though the USA has always been a melting pot of immigrants fleeing persecution and seeking opportunity, willing to work hard towards realizing the American dream. For Trump, however, this strength of American society has paled in comparison to …
Theme 7: Promoting xenophobia within a country of immigrants Read More »
Calling white supremacists “very fine people” after the tragic events at Charlottesville isn’t the only time that Trump has defended the extreme right fringe that should be confronted as not representing our country, but it might be the most notorious. In fact, Trump, himself, has demonstrated bigoted and racist behavior his entire life. For years, …
Theme 6: Providing safe-haven for bigots and racists Read More »
During his 2016 presidential campaign and throughout his first four years in office, Trump has galvanized the American people by creating conflict and chaos and pinning people against each other. Traditionally, presidents are supposed to unite a nation, to lead regardless of political affiliation, to care about all citizens (even those who openly dislike him), …
Theme 5: Fueling hatred, discord, and division rather than love, compassion, and unity Read More »
Trump frequently points to the Dow and the rising value of US financial markets as an indication of the health of our economy. And while the market has been resilient during COVID and even recovered most of its losses after an earlier crash, it’s merely one indicator of financial well-being for the country. Moreover, it’s …
Theme 4: Damaging the US economy by catering to his base Read More »
On October 2, 2020, President Trump and first lady Melania Trump announced that they had tested positive for COVID-19 after traveling unprotected with communications director Hope Hicks to the presidential debate and to a campaign rally the following day where she developed symptoms. In fact, officials now believe it was the Rose Garden ceremony held on …