And what did Republicans say about Trump's extortion of Zelensky? "Gee, not good, but not impeachable." Or of Trump's incitement of an insurrection to violate a Constitution he took an oath to protect? "Gee, not enough to convict on impeachment." So, Trump is correct. If he murdered someone in broad daylight on the streets of Manhattan, he'd get away with it. Why are Republicans allowed to serve in government? They are the real threat to our society. The communists they keep whining about don't even exist.
Frankly, I have concerns as to whether this comparison will matter much to ordinary people by the millions who do not believe the ruling class in this country is addressing their interests, who don’t believe in what goes on in Washington anymore, and who question why they should believe in democracy when life expectancy in their communities is actually going down while billionaires become richer. My point is not to diminish the comparison, but to suggest we remain vigilant of the host of factors that will affect the outcome of future elections.
I finally get it. The Republicans are holding a grudge against Ukraine. First, Republicans were angry at the Ukrainian people who elected the man they trusted to bring Democracy to their country by ending corruption. Then they were angry when Trump made a fool of himself, by trying to corrupt the new Ukrainian president. Now, they're angry because the Ukrainian people are laying down their lives to remain at their president's side.
If Trump was still president, I bet he would have gotten revenge on Zelensky, and a pat on the back from Putin, by sending American troops to help Russia "keep the peace" while they invaded Ukraine.
We are a long ways away from securing Democracy in America and we better stay alert and active.
I’m sick of people downplaying Biden’s efforts in all aspects of US policy, domestic and foreign.
Sure I don’t approve of all decisions made but so many great things have been accomplished by his administration in the midst of unbelievable Repug corruption that credit is deserved where due.
I keep thinking of Biden’s resolve, as so well written by R Reich herein...so much for the BS cries by so many that we need someone younger as President. Who among the ‘youngest’ has the breadth and depth of understanding history and politics that Biden has?
I see his trip to Kiev as extraordinary, his subsequent speeches as well. Solid. Eloquent. Honorable.
Now time to get on with killing chemical agriculture killing all of us, allowing the fossil fuel industry to pollute our waters, land and air for massive profits with impunity, with acknowledging the true history of race relations in the US leading to economic disparity, and keep autocrats like DeSantis from gaining leadership on the federal level!
You've laid out major differences between a deranged con man who was in government service just to serve himself and his own narcissistic ego, and a true statesman who is working constantly for the safety, security and well-being of America and every single one of us. Thank you for that, Professor Reich.
What a stark contrast between the two. One seeking political favor from an ally about to be invaded, the other representing a united front supporting a nation fighting not only for its survival but for the survival of freedom itself.
If Ukraine falls to Russia, which it will without our continuing support and the support of our allies, China and North Korea will know we are a toothless tiger. I can only imagine what will happen next. Yet Kevin and his band of 8 crazies are threatening to withhold further support. Why? Because they are Republican’s and the ‘job’ of the Republican Party is to say “no” to Democrats. I fear not for our country but for the entire world.
“Biden is the first president since Abraham Lincoln to venture into a war zone not under the control of American forces.”
I have to dispute the above: wherever Trump is, wherever he goes, wherever he’s been, turns into a war zone. He truly is the First Horseman of the Apocalypse, not war, itself, but Fear.
Trump was inadvertently testing Zelensky as he does everyone he needs and Zelensky was not going to be corrupted. Trump finds so many who are corruptible- which is how he got to be president and is still around making trouble appealing to ignorance and resentment.
PLEASE LISTEN TO YOUR RECORDINGS. They have glitches. Words are garbled. Can’t you get that fixed? It’s been happening for awhile.
It wasn’t just that Trump wanted help getting re-elected. He wanted to DISH DIRT on his political opponent, and it was nasty stuff. He also wasn’t helping Ukraine.
Biden should also stop building up NATO. It’s been setting up US military bases that threaten Russia, and that provoked the war, even though the invasion of Ukraine was unjustified. Biden should also stop picking fights with China.
Could somebody please explain the conflict of 2014, the US role in it, and why some people are calling Zelenskyy fascist?
By the way, I believe “Kyiv” is pronounced “Keev.”
Where is the resolve the US Justice Department? Why are we not able to formulate official policy that
follows the facts? Where is the breakdown in our system that allows those responsible for extortion and lies to continue a false dialogue? Why must we rely on "hearsay" conversations that should incriminate Giuliani, Cruz, Rubio, Trump and all liars? Biden's foreign policy has been cutting edge accurate, prompt, nimble judgement. Truth and courage are winning popular support for Biden. We must not give ( Putin )or Trump anything. Trump will always capitalize on court delays, he will blame others while offering NOTHING of substance to lead. Are there no lawyers in Washington smart enough to use existing laws to discredit Trump in court using he 14th Amendment?
And what did Republicans say about Trump's extortion of Zelensky? "Gee, not good, but not impeachable." Or of Trump's incitement of an insurrection to violate a Constitution he took an oath to protect? "Gee, not enough to convict on impeachment." So, Trump is correct. If he murdered someone in broad daylight on the streets of Manhattan, he'd get away with it. Why are Republicans allowed to serve in government? They are the real threat to our society. The communists they keep whining about don't even exist.
This is telling it like it is. Trump remains Putin’s hand puppet. Biden is a leader for democracy.
Frankly, I have concerns as to whether this comparison will matter much to ordinary people by the millions who do not believe the ruling class in this country is addressing their interests, who don’t believe in what goes on in Washington anymore, and who question why they should believe in democracy when life expectancy in their communities is actually going down while billionaires become richer. My point is not to diminish the comparison, but to suggest we remain vigilant of the host of factors that will affect the outcome of future elections.
I finally get it. The Republicans are holding a grudge against Ukraine. First, Republicans were angry at the Ukrainian people who elected the man they trusted to bring Democracy to their country by ending corruption. Then they were angry when Trump made a fool of himself, by trying to corrupt the new Ukrainian president. Now, they're angry because the Ukrainian people are laying down their lives to remain at their president's side.
If Trump was still president, I bet he would have gotten revenge on Zelensky, and a pat on the back from Putin, by sending American troops to help Russia "keep the peace" while they invaded Ukraine.
We are a long ways away from securing Democracy in America and we better stay alert and active.
Amen, Judith!!!
I’m sick of people downplaying Biden’s efforts in all aspects of US policy, domestic and foreign.
Sure I don’t approve of all decisions made but so many great things have been accomplished by his administration in the midst of unbelievable Repug corruption that credit is deserved where due.
I keep thinking of Biden’s resolve, as so well written by R Reich herein...so much for the BS cries by so many that we need someone younger as President. Who among the ‘youngest’ has the breadth and depth of understanding history and politics that Biden has?
I see his trip to Kiev as extraordinary, his subsequent speeches as well. Solid. Eloquent. Honorable.
Now time to get on with killing chemical agriculture killing all of us, allowing the fossil fuel industry to pollute our waters, land and air for massive profits with impunity, with acknowledging the true history of race relations in the US leading to economic disparity, and keep autocrats like DeSantis from gaining leadership on the federal level!
Biden and Zelensky: Presidents that actually act like presidents! Bravo!
You've laid out major differences between a deranged con man who was in government service just to serve himself and his own narcissistic ego, and a true statesman who is working constantly for the safety, security and well-being of America and every single one of us. Thank you for that, Professor Reich.
What a stark contrast between the two. One seeking political favor from an ally about to be invaded, the other representing a united front supporting a nation fighting not only for its survival but for the survival of freedom itself.
Trump looks at everything as transactional: "how can i gain from this?". And the Rs were cowed into submission.
Joey Kaempfer: I continue to admire and support our exceptional President and to be thrilled that the vile weakling Trump is gone.
It almost seems absurd to have to compare these two, like a busy gnat and a human being.
If Ukraine falls to Russia, which it will without our continuing support and the support of our allies, China and North Korea will know we are a toothless tiger. I can only imagine what will happen next. Yet Kevin and his band of 8 crazies are threatening to withhold further support. Why? Because they are Republican’s and the ‘job’ of the Republican Party is to say “no” to Democrats. I fear not for our country but for the entire world.
“Biden is the first president since Abraham Lincoln to venture into a war zone not under the control of American forces.”
I have to dispute the above: wherever Trump is, wherever he goes, wherever he’s been, turns into a war zone. He truly is the First Horseman of the Apocalypse, not war, itself, but Fear.
Trump was inadvertently testing Zelensky as he does everyone he needs and Zelensky was not going to be corrupted. Trump finds so many who are corruptible- which is how he got to be president and is still around making trouble appealing to ignorance and resentment.
First, thank you for your observations, Robert.
PLEASE LISTEN TO YOUR RECORDINGS. They have glitches. Words are garbled. Can’t you get that fixed? It’s been happening for awhile.
It wasn’t just that Trump wanted help getting re-elected. He wanted to DISH DIRT on his political opponent, and it was nasty stuff. He also wasn’t helping Ukraine.
Biden should also stop building up NATO. It’s been setting up US military bases that threaten Russia, and that provoked the war, even though the invasion of Ukraine was unjustified. Biden should also stop picking fights with China.
Could somebody please explain the conflict of 2014, the US role in it, and why some people are calling Zelenskyy fascist?
By the way, I believe “Kyiv” is pronounced “Keev.”
Thanks again, Robert.
Where is the resolve the US Justice Department? Why are we not able to formulate official policy that
follows the facts? Where is the breakdown in our system that allows those responsible for extortion and lies to continue a false dialogue? Why must we rely on "hearsay" conversations that should incriminate Giuliani, Cruz, Rubio, Trump and all liars? Biden's foreign policy has been cutting edge accurate, prompt, nimble judgement. Truth and courage are winning popular support for Biden. We must not give ( Putin )or Trump anything. Trump will always capitalize on court delays, he will blame others while offering NOTHING of substance to lead. Are there no lawyers in Washington smart enough to use existing laws to discredit Trump in court using he 14th Amendment?