Since the launch of his 2016 campaign, Democrats have argued that Donald Trump is too unconventional to be president.
Hollywood painted him as “Crazy Orange Man,” and Washington stoked fears about threats to democracy.
This narrative merged Tuesday with Robert De Niro’s bizarre appearance outside the Lower Manhattan courthouse where Trump is on trial.
Once a respected actor, De Niro has become a fervent Trump critic, calling him a “clown” and a “tyrant.”
De Niro didn’t appear on his own but was sent by Joe Biden’s campaign to deliver a speech presumably approved by the White House.
This tactic underscores the desperation within Biden’s team.
There’s nothing ordinary about Biden’s presidency. Despite a facade of normalcy, cracks are showing.
Politico reports a “freakout” among Democrats who fear Biden’s defeat.
Anxiety has turned to palpable trepidation among party leaders and operatives.
Biden’s presidency has been troubled for years. His strategy included prosecuting Trump to keep him off the campaign trail.
While Trump faces multiple indictments, the legal actions have backfired, increasing his popularity.
The New York Times contrasts Biden’s and Trump’s Memorial Day statements, portraying Trump as unpresidential.
Yet, Biden’s actions, like pressuring European allies regarding Iran and expressing condolences to a notorious Iranian figure, contradict normal presidential behaviour.
Biden’s dealings with Iran, his response to the Hamas invasion of Israel, and his leniency toward Iran’s proxies in Lebanon and Yemen demonstrate a willingness to compromise principles for political gain.
Biden’s presidency is also marred by controversies involving his son, Hunter Biden.
Despite ongoing investigations, Biden’s public support for his son raises concerns about conflict of interest and witness tampering.
The narrative that Biden represents normalcy while Trump embodies abnormality is a crafted illusion.
Reader Marvin Levine’s change of heart highlights growing disillusionment with Biden, reflecting a broader sentiment that his leadership may be more detrimental than Trump’s perceived flaws.
Furthermore, Harvard University’s recent controversy highlights the challenges of navigating sensitive academic issues.
Former president Claudine Gay’s dismissal sparked turmoil at the institution after she failed to condemn campus antisemitism unequivocally.
By attempting to avoid taking a clear stance, Gay inadvertently condoned the harassment of Jewish students, highlighting the importance of institutions like Harvard in upholding ethical standards.
This incident underscores the broader societal debate surrounding free speech, academic integrity, and the responsibilities of educational institutions in shaping public discourse.
