Revolution
According to Karl Marx, there can be no change without a revolution. But does that always need to mean the use of force? Trump claims that his win was a movement. That the "fly over country" people were tired of remaining unheard and taken for granted. In state after state they came out in droves to hear Trump, who spoke to the very things they wanted -- no, make that NEEDED to hear. Those big rallies turned into votes, first in primaries, then for President. Wasn't that that a revolution? Trump represents an entirely new type of candidate which translates into an entirely new kind of President. Not a lawyer, but an accomplished business man. Not a smooth orator, but a kitchen table speaker wearing his heart on his sleeve. Not a cautious person putting forth a careful agenda, but boldly announcing what his plans were and confidently telling the people that, not only will it be done, but it will be done quickly.
Is he just a good actor? Is this another "All The King's Men?" Will he become a dictator? Or is he an honest revolutionary who truly is, "what you see, is what you get?" If he carries out even half of what he claims, I think history might just call it the "Trump Revolution."
Is he just a good actor? Is this another "All The King's Men?" Will he become a dictator? Or is he an honest revolutionary who truly is, "what you see, is what you get?" If he carries out even half of what he claims, I think history might just call it the "Trump Revolution."
Not that I am a fan of mob rule, at least revolution is somewhat peaceful here in the USA (except for the riots of the entitled people).
I see Trump circling the wagons in the republican party to stave off the attacks by the liberals that are coming. The swamp NEEDS to be drained, and I hope he is able to do it.
the vote was a rejection of the last 8 years...not a revolt towards anything...you need a consistent, logical, rational philosophy for that...current politicians are devoid of that...
we slide 10 steps toward fascism...we back away 3 steps...eventually you find yourself in an irreversible situation...prepare...
Am I concerned that Trump is going to be selling his influence? Not like Hillary Clinton was doing, no. But I would love for someone to explain to me why Trump's children need security clearances and why they need to be in on briefings and cabinet meetings (as Trump desires) when they will hold no official positions and will still be running his companies. It is no small secret that many who acquire office as elected Representatives leave office much wealthier than they started because of insider information. Presidents are by no means exempt from this, but instead seem to be the most conspicuous examples.
I am more than happy to wait to see what President Trump does. And I would be thrilled (up my leg, even ;) if Trump never did a dishonorable thing while in office. I'm just going to remain highly skeptical given what a narcissist he is.
As to his children essentially being in his cabinet - that makes perfect sense. Whom else can he totally trust? And given the caliber of his children, I would entrust them more (much more) than career politicians.
"He must know that all illegal acts and all covert acts, will be uncovered, especially in his case, being under the microscope that he will surely be forever."
And I hope that realization drives him to be open and honest in his dealings as President. I truly do. I would like nothing more than that President Trump lives under a wholly different formula of administration than his predecessor. Time will tell if this is the case or not. But as the phrase goes: Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.
"As to his children essentially being in his cabinet - that makes perfect sense. Whom else can he totally trust?"
They are not part of his Cabinet. That would require Senate approval as it is an appointed position. Trump wants them to participate in official government business when they are neither elected nor appointed representatives. He wants them privy to confidential and secure communications they have no business or part in. I don't care whether he trusts them or not - they need to be approved as members of government or they are nothing more than Huma Abedin, Cheryl Mills, and Valerie Jarrett all over again. There was accurate criticism of Hillary for disclosing information to Chelsea via email regarding Benghazi. Trump would do well to learn from this tale. There is a proper procedure that Trump should make it a point to follow especially now. He isn't getting off on the right foot here and to me that is a warning sign of what will happen down the road.
I don't share your concern about his very capable children in his administration. After all, all the members of the administration are not elected, but appointed. Yes, they require confirmation, but that is essentially rubber stamped. In any case, the president can and should choose the staff that suits him. Don't we all rely on our families for certain work-related issues?
Interesting that you have mentioned Trump's "memory" with regard to insults. I think that it's quite convenient that his enemies are so stupid as to openly advertise themselves. Today I read that D.C. Transit Authority has issued inauguration cards with Obama's picture and no mention of Trump. How long do you think these vermin will keep their tax-payer subsidized jobs?
Yep it was...it was a bowl movement inwhich we shit liberal crap, therefore cleansing the body of stupidity.
As for "revolution", well I guess we have completed one, only to find ourselves here again.
Maybe it's time to trade in those 13 inchers for some 22's...maybe we can lengthen the cycle a bit.
Cultural metaphor's...Laughing...
And yet, the malignancy of his idiotic philosophy infected the 20th century with the most vile acts in the history of mankind, all stemming from the belief that any individual person has no value apart from any value he has attached to another person.
Seriously, I never understood the influence of Karl Marx. When I read his Das Kapital at 18 I thought you gotta be kidding. However as a freshman, my instructors took it seriously. I thought there was something I didn't get. Trouble was I got it, it was the instructors that didn't get it.
What year did you graduate, if you don't mind me asking?
I am very old.
The big deals in my time were Catcher In The Rye and Existentialism.
Sad, because I have ancestors that were part of the momentous events of the late eighteenth century. One guy, old Job Shattuck participated in the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War at Concord, Bunker Hill, and Saratoga, and then a leader in Shay's Rebellion. He was convicted of insurrection, sentenced to death, but then was pardoned by then governor John Hancock.
And look at the people there now. How embarrassing.
That's when the "Lone Ranger" was still on the radio being broadcast from the Maccabees Building across the street from the Wayne University campus and the guy who played Tonto was teaching acting and elecution. Frankly, I don't understand what is being taught nowadays. My school experiences are so different than the way things are done today that I feel like a visitor from Neverland.
Happy Holidays Herb7734
The Fly-over country has become Heartland again. The roots of the "big apple tree" are here. At the Mississippi.
Compared to the steady slide into the socialist abyss that arguably began with Bush I (arguably, since we should really go back to FDR and LBJ, if not Wilson), for a drowning man any gasp of air is refreshing, even if it is permeated with socialist stench. But, really, Trump is no revolutionary and certainly not in the class of the Founding Fathers. But I do welcome him after the Muslim terrorist leaves the White Castle, especially if he also puts the Evil Witch in jail.
Just basing my hope on the people he is appointing to his cabinet, actual real winners who have been highly successful in their private and in their military lives gives me a thrill. Pretty faced politicians elected on their popularity do squat for none of us and most have never even held a real job or signed the front of a payroll check. I just can't see how a Trump could be any worse than the bozo or Hillary so I am fine right now.
The revolution has begun but is NOT yet won.
WE have begun the revolution. WE will drain the swamp. The primaries of 2017 started November 9, 2016.