Many years ago James Carville, in advising candidate Bill Clinton, came up with his famous line about what really counts for American voters: “It’s the economy, stupid.” He was right then and, sadly enough, he is still right.
Donald Trump says he can fix the economy. Yes, inflation was down during Trump’s first reign, but tax breaks were mostly for the wealthy. He tried to repeal Obamacare. He didn’t do anything positive for our environment. By not taking COVID seriously at first, he was responsible for thousands of deaths in America. When he lost the election, he led an insurrection trying to reverse his loss.
Trump is now president. I think this election will be viewed as the most fraudulent we have ever witnessed in this country. Not because the votes were rigged, but because Trump himself is a complete fraud — the ultimate snake oil salesman.
Roman Leverenz
Aliamanu
COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS
In the spirit of this season, take a moment to count your blessings. Recent times might’ve been tough — politically, economically or otherwise — but surely there are positives.
Here’s your chance to reflect on what you appreciate. Today through Dec. 9, we’ll be accepting “Count Your Blessings” letters (150 words max) or essays (500-600 words). A collection of these will run in mid-December.
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