But they both promised to make their countries “great” again. Both are selling an ugly, false greatness. Theirs is a vision of greatness that can absolutely destroy a nation like ours.
The Fuhrer convinced his followers they were morally and racial superior by preaching that certain groups were sub-humans who preyed on society. Genocide followed.
Donald Trump has his own vocabulary drenched in hatred and fear. He is given to Nuremburg-style rallies that had served the Nazi so well.
Trump followers argue that he’s simply ‘trolling’ his political adversaries — just being Trump — and that we should laugh off his jokes about violence. Yuck it up, America.
Eighty years ago, on the other side of the Atlantic, decent citizens who saw themselves a pillars of society surrendered their souls. By remaining silent they were complicit.
The U.S. Constitution equips us with the power to impeach a president who threatens our country. The Founders didn’t assign that awesome power as a gift. They gave it to us as a responsibility to be used soberly. We will have to see.
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Pat, have a wonderful trip to Barcelona! One of my favorite cities.
If you ever want to practice your Spanish locally, Miami is the spot. I rarely hear English spoken! And you have a place to stay.
Hi to May,
Katy