I've heard and read this sentiment more than once in the last few weeks. The idea that somehow the Obama era is relate-able to those of different political ideas with the actions of the current administration.
I understand the consternation many had during Obama's presidency. It's a typical reaction to a Commander-in-Chief of a different party. What I don't understand is how the Republican leaning voter can compare the blatant ethical and potentially un-Constitutional acts committed by Trump is anywhere close to what Obama did, especially in the first month, in his terms?
How do we convince those that still want to see this as "right vs. left" issue, when many of us feel this is very much an impending Constitutional crisis? I wish I could say this is Democrats crying foul for no real reason, but look at the building resistance coming from the traditional right.
McCain lamented about the suppression of the free press and its relation with dictators, tentatively linking Trump although not committing. "They get started by suppressing free press," McCain continued. "In other words, a consolidation of power. When you look at history, the first thing that dictators do is shut down the press. And I'm not saying that President Trump is trying to be a dictator. I'm just saying we need to learn the lessons of history."
Graham demands a stronger approach to Russia, “When it comes to Russia, the one thing that bothers me most about President Trump is he never seems to forcefully embrace idea that Russia’s interference in our election in 2016 is something that should be punished. I am a Republican, it happened to the Democrats. it could happen to Republicans next."
As voices rise from both sides of the aisle, what would help in communicating the very real concern that our country and its values are being changed by the administration? Trump ignores basic rules (both written and expected) of ethics. He has been proven to be making enormous amounts of wealth due to his position as President. He apparently is not concerned with the weight and responsibility of his military decisions, as seen in the recent raid that lost one decorated service member. He demonstrates a certain mental instability, he demands respect, but gives little to those with different views, he ignores facts when they differ from his intentions, he routinely dodges blame, he's vindictive and petty to a fault, he seems to favor revenge over common decency.
What can be said to explain why there is a reason to worry over the actions of the Trump administration that go beyond the political spectrum?
McCain lamented about the suppression of the free press and its relation with dictators, tentatively linking Trump although not committing. "They get started by suppressing free press," McCain continued. "In other words, a consolidation of power. When you look at history, the first thing that dictators do is shut down the press. And I'm not saying that President Trump is trying to be a dictator. I'm just saying we need to learn the lessons of history."
Graham demands a stronger approach to Russia, “When it comes to Russia, the one thing that bothers me most about President Trump is he never seems to forcefully embrace idea that Russia’s interference in our election in 2016 is something that should be punished. I am a Republican, it happened to the Democrats. it could happen to Republicans next."
As voices rise from both sides of the aisle, what would help in communicating the very real concern that our country and its values are being changed by the administration? Trump ignores basic rules (both written and expected) of ethics. He has been proven to be making enormous amounts of wealth due to his position as President. He apparently is not concerned with the weight and responsibility of his military decisions, as seen in the recent raid that lost one decorated service member. He demonstrates a certain mental instability, he demands respect, but gives little to those with different views, he ignores facts when they differ from his intentions, he routinely dodges blame, he's vindictive and petty to a fault, he seems to favor revenge over common decency.
What can be said to explain why there is a reason to worry over the actions of the Trump administration that go beyond the political spectrum?
No comments:
Post a Comment