As I read the news that Trump openly admitted he only wants white people to come to the U.S., it struck a chord within me that resonates with a deep sense of disappointment and frustration. The fact that a sitting president would boldly proclaim such discriminatory and racially motivated sentiments is not only shocking but also incredibly disturbing. The countries he referenced, like Denmark, Switzerland, and Norway, are known for their high quality of life, social safety nets, and healthcare systems – things that the United States often falls short on. It begs the question, why would individuals from these progressive and modern nations want to leave their comfortable and stable lives to come to a country rife with gun violence, inadequate healthcare, and social inequality?… Continue reading
Man Sentenced to 18 Years for Bombing Church that was Hosting Drag Event
As I reflect on the news of Aimeen Penny’s sentencing to 18 years in federal prison for the bombing of the Community Church of Chesterland, I am filled with a mix of emotions. On one hand, the justice system has appropriately recognized Penny’s heinous act as a hate crime, and he is being held accountable for the destruction and fear that he instilled in the community. On the other hand, I can’t help but feel anger and frustration that such acts of violence and terrorism continue to occur.… Continue reading
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/10/13/how-can-42-percent-americans-still-support-worst-president-our-history/
I sure have made use of this quote a lot recently:
His fans don’t care that he didn’t pay taxes. His fans don’t care if he cheated on his taxes. His fans don’t care that he lies about his taxes. His fans care that he hates, and tries to hurt, the same people they hate.
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