Former Presidents’ Silence on Trump: Betrayal or Pragmatism?
The relative silence of former presidents on the current political climate is causing significant dismay among some Democrats. Many feel a strong condemnation from these figures would be a powerful counterweight to the prevailing political narrative.
This perceived lack of vocal opposition is especially frustrating given the warnings issued by these same former presidents before the election. Many believe that their previous pronouncements, highlighting the potential dangers of a specific political trajectory, were largely ignored by the electorate.
The argument that these ex-presidents have already done their part – issuing warnings that ultimately went unheeded – is frequently raised. The suggestion is that their continued pronouncements would be unproductive, amounting to little more than a repetitive “I told you so.”… Continue reading
Matt Underwood