TheWiseOldFart

Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart No one is reporting one fact about the 2024 election. As they did in 2016, the mainstream media is clearly supporting another illegitimate win for Donald Trump. In 2016, the media covered Trump and his hate rallies five-times more frequently than all other candidates combined. On the rare occasion they covered Hillary Clinton’s campaign they continued to talk about her use of a private e-mail server while Secretary of State. It is an undeniable fact that the media was a large factor in Trump’s controversial victory in the Electoral College. It is becoming more obvious every day that the mainstream media is once again supporting Trump. The big story of the week, which should have been front page news on every newspaper, and the internet, came from Trump’s former White House Chief of Staff. Former Marine Corps General, John Kelly, claims that Trump is the definition of a fascist who praised Hitler and the “good things” he did. His allegation was supported by sever...

Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart   Okay, I let it out. Hopefully this is the last of my negative emotions today. It’s my own fault. I read too much. Few things affect me deeply. I refuse to be lied to. Once someone, anyone, lies to me, the relationship is over. Whether it be friend or family, earning my respect is equal to my ability to give unrestricted love. Last, but not least, I abhor anyone who chooses ignorance over fact. I call them “idiots.”   This is the term I now use to describe Trump’s political party, his cult, fake newspersons, anyone who supports Trump in 2024.   TRUMP IS AN EMPTY, VENGEFUL, AND DARK VESSEL   I consider myself an informed, intelligent voter. Political party affiliation will never be a factor. First and foremost, my choice is based on the issues most important to me and those I love. I research the candidates and select the one most closely aligned with my needs and wishes. Secondly, he or she must possess a sincere sense of morality and compass...