Walz’s comparison of Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally to the infamous 1939 pro-Nazi event at the same venue stirred something deep within me, sparking reflections on how history can eerily repeat itself if we fail to remain vigilant. The images and sounds from that recent rally were disturbing, echoing sentiments and tropes I thought we had long left behind. I had almost become desensitized to the theatrics of Trump’s rallies, but this particular display was different—a manifestation of something that felt almost surreal.
Watching clips from the rally, I couldn’t help but feel a profound sense of foreboding. The casually racist jokes mingled with maniacal laughter from the crowd sent chills down my spine.… Continue reading
It’s truly astounding how Donald Trump’s big rally boast of having no empty seats could painfully fall apart right in front of our eyes. The level of disconnect from reality that he continues to exhibit is not only astonishing but also concerning. The fact that he can stand in a venue with visibly empty seats and still claim otherwise is a testament to his blatant disregard for the truth.
As we witness Trump getting caught in real-time lies about rally attendance, it becomes increasingly clear that his delusions are not only damaging to himself but also to the fabric of our democracy.… Continue reading
As I watch the video of Donald Trump supporters leaving his rally in the middle of his speech, I can’t help but feel a mix of amusement and disgust. It’s not surprising to see people walking out, as it has been revealed that many of the attendees were paid to show up and then leave. The lack of genuine support for Trump is evident in the way people nonchalantly exit the venue mid-speech.
The fact that Trump’s rallies often attract paid attendees who show up for monetary gain rather than out of true support is a sad indication of the state of politics in our country.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker