Pro-Anti-Democracy
In a stunning display of resistance against the "existential threat to democracy" that is Donald Trump, democratically elected president, thousands protested across the country, forming their own existential threat to democracy. Their real concern is that some people have more money than they do. And it's clear now, of course, that democracy is not the issue. "What we want!" is, and Trump represents an existential threat to "our leftist way of life." I don't like some of the things he's doing, but overturning democracy because "I don't like it" is stupid. (Note: I'm not exaggerating. I've actually heard some anti-Trumpers say, "I'm not so sure democracy is a good thing anymore.")
"Mass" Hysteria
A "mass shooting" is typically defined as "three or more people shot or killed," so the headlines will always blare, "Mass shooting!!" when it happens. When a man in Brooklyn stabbed 4 children with a meat cleaver, it's bad, but not "mass" anything. And "meat cleaver control" is not on the docket for a vote. Strange world.
Inflated News
Inflation cooled, the headline said, and they felt they had to point out that tariffs are an issue because they didn't want anyone to think Trump did anything good. Of course, inflation went from 2.8 in February to 2.4 in March, a nearly undetectable change, but, hey, let's make a big deal about it, right? Look, when prices decrease, talk to me. Otherwise, I don't much care.
Our Fears Confirmed?
It sure looks like Trump has been retaliating against some who opposed him, like the most recent two former officials that didn't toe the line for him. From before his election in 2016, people feared his retaliatory nature. It may not be retaliation, but it doesn't look good.
Friend or Foe?
The trade war continues. China is raising duties on US goods to 125% ... for no other reason than retaliation. Someone should tell Trump that we don't like increased prices and don't consider it a sign of a "good economy." No one should have to tell him.
Fake News You Can Trust
On the Trump/Musk protests this last week, apparently protesters are demanding more government waste. "When do we want it? Now!" On the economy, Trump announces a big blow out sale on stocks while analysts clarify that Trump is only responsible for the stock market when it goes down. In other Trump news, Trump showed his support for the LGBT community by hosting the Dodgers at the White House.
Must be true; I read it on the Internet.
2 comments:
Pro-Anti-Democracy
That really has been their go to for years now. Whichever Republican wants to destroy democracy while they do all sorts of undemocratic things. Personally, I do agree that democracy has probably run it's course here. I think America started with the best form of long term government fallen humans can make, but now we are a country of people with completely opposite views of what America was and should be. Our government has lost the ability to actually be effective. Down with democracy! Up with a democratic republic!
"Mass" Hysteria
It is only "mass" enough when it fits the media's narrative that guns are bad always.
Inflated News
Unfortunately, I don't think deflation is going to be a sign of something good economically. Inflation wouldn't be so bad if our income raised commensurate to it.
Our Fears Confirmed?
I'm not defending it, but should he not pursue legal action if they did do something illegal, even if it looks like retaliation? Maybe it is, but can't it be both? It really seems like a grasp at ascertaining motive. Unless Trump has come out and directly said why he's directing this, we're just assuming. I hate when either side guesses at motives, and think "hate crime" laws are illegitimate and unnecessary. All crimes are a form of hate, but I doubt there are many done out of specific hate for particular races.
Friend or Foe?
It's probably not a good thing that he's making no distinctions between allies and adversaries in his trade plan. But hey, he did pause most of them, so maybe that was the plan? Either way, not really concerned, didn't vote for him because I thought he'd do wonderful things for this country, voted for him because I believed God wanted him there by saving his life. Whatever comes of this, I have a Sovereign God with a truly good plan.
Well, David, the U.S. IS a democratic republic. But any government will be bad if it has no moral compass, and we've lost ours.
Trump warned before he got elected that he'd like to go after his detractors. That's what makes some people think he's ... going after his detractors.
And, because I understand that he's only got 4 years, so his influence is limited, good or bad, and because I trust God over Trump (or anyone), I'm not deeply concerned either.
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