Trump’s “People” Speaking Away from the Television Cameras

Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart

 

There is no doubt that the men and women who worked in the White House will tell the truth about their experiences working for the madman pretending to be your president between 2017 and 2021. However, some are beginning to leak sections of the insanity created by the malignant narcissist whose ego needs constant care.

The most recent to come forward and talk about her feelings is Hope Hicks. [Trump advisor Hope Hicks texted another White House aide on Jan. 6, 2021: “We all look like domestic terrorists now.”]

The term “domestic terrorist” did not begin with the Trump administration. However, he and his fascist gang defined it for four years. Thanks to Moscow Mitch McConnell’s refusal to give Trump a fair trial after two impeachments in the House offered proof that he and his Washington Mafia were indeed above the law. Today, even after acts of sedition and treason, he remains a free man.

Over four years there were only two questions on the application to work in the West Wing: first, “will you swear complete loyalty to Donald Trump,” and two, “are you willing to lie to protect your president?” No experience or qualifications were required. It is no secret that by 2020, Trump was unable to find anyone to fill multiple open positions on his staff.

You might remember that two of his earlier advisers resigned prior to his impeachments. Most significantly, they were the only two qualified high-level members of his administration over four long years. One was Chief of Staff, John Kelly, and Secretary of Defense, James, “Mad Dog,” Mattis.

America has strange laws. Some of the most confusing relate to laws protecting politicians in Washington. Most importantly, one of these laws intended to correct this inequality is contained in the 14^th Amendment, but never enforced.

Section three of the 14^th Amendment forbids anyone to run for public office if they have committed acts of treason or sedition. It is an irrefutable fact that on January 6, 2021 Trump committed sedition and possibly treason. It is literally a crime that the Republican Party is allowing him to run for the 2024 presidency under its banner. This proves once and for all that the former Party of Lincoln does not exist in the 21^st century. It uses the name, but has zero resemblance to the once Grand Old Party.

However, there is a situation which could essentially prevent Trump from any opportunity of winning the Electoral College vote. Voting laws are decided by state legislatures. For example, California could decide to invoke the 14^th Amendment and prevent Trump’s name from being added to their state’s ballot in 2024. If the Federal government refused to perform the job for which they were elected, states could make the decision for them and do the right thing.

I predicted months ago that neither Trump, nor Joe Biden would be on the ballot of most states on November 5, 2024. I continue to believe this will be a reality. Trump is facing at least four trials in state and federal courts. Add to this the stipulation in the 14^th Amendment, and he is surely not a realistic candidate in 2024. I believe that Mr. Biden will make a choice later in this year to retire from politics all together. Both he and Trump are too old to lead a nation whose average age is 38.2 years of age.

My latest prognostication is that the candidates nominated by the Republican Party and the Democratic Party will be Nikki Haley and Kamala Harris, respectively. However, I will not predict the ultimate winner, it’s far too early.

In front of the television cameras, today’s fake Republicans support Trump. The reality is hidden, and will be for some time. Most men and women who call themselves “Republicans” despise the old, obese, white supremacist. However, right-wing politicians are desperate. Without the vote of Trump’s supporters, it is doubtful they can win any future election. The base of the Republican Party is in decline. This is the absolute truth no one will tell you but me.

I believe I am right, but in 2016 I, along with millions of others, was wrong about the outcome of our presidential election.

Op-ed by James Turnage

Source: https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2023/8/27/2189843/-Hope-Hicks-texted-another-White-House-aide-on-1-6-2021-We-all-look-like-domestic-terrorists-now

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