Watching the current GOP Presidential hopefuls, I can’t help but be reminded of an old 1994 Seinfeld episode “The Opposite.” \u00a0In that episode, everything goes bad for Elaine, while George soars with success. \u00a0Jerry just comes out even. \u00a0Not to disparage any particular candidate (well maybe), but when George just says anything that comes into his head, he wins. \u00a0This reminds me of the Trump phenomena. \u00a0He can blurt our some of the most outrageous, insulting and vile comments and what happens? \u00a0He moves up in the polls leaving the heir-apparent Bush in his dust. \u00a0Is this what it takes to be our President? \u00a0I hope not.<\/p>\n
I’ve heard the excuse that he is just articulating the frustrations and hopelessness of large segments on the right. \u00a0Instead, I think it gives credence to racism, intolerance and barbarism. \u00a0It’s okay to hate. \u00a0No need to consider anyone else’s position or feelings. \u00a0According to Trump, it’s too “PC.” \u00a0And his style is simply not the manner in which any parent would want to raise their child or at least any parent who is responsible.<\/p>\n
What’s next? \u00a0Vilifying the disabled? \u00a0The elderly? \u00a0All brown eyed people? \u00a0Sound familiar?<\/p>\n
Although I despise the Trump message, I won’t deny that I can’t stop watching. \u00a0I’m like the ultimate rubber necker, in some respects hoping he succeeds so the Democrats can be the only adults in the room providing reassurance and support to the majority of Republicans. \u00a0This is crazy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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