I am very saddened with the loss of John McCain over the weekend, and repulsed at the President's response to John McCain's death.
The White house reportedly had a statement prepared in alignment with past practice for when people of stature pass away. The statement reportedly honored John McCain's service to country and called him a hero.
Trump, however, said no to that and said that he would be putting a tweet out. The tweet read, "My deepest sympathies and respect go out to the family of Senator John McCain. Our hearts and prayers are with you!"
The tweet in and of itself is fine, but when you look at the entire context of what went on that led to that tweet, it is disturbing. When looking at the overall picture, it looks as though a good statement for the public from the White House regarding John McCain's contributions to this great country was blocked by Trump, who wanted to put out the simple message above that doesn't talk about John McCain at all.
That, coupled with the fact that the White House Flag, shortly after Midnight last night, was hoisted back to full staff after being put at half staff for just a day in mourning for John McCain. Other flags around Washington remain at half staff, but this was just another sign of the hatred Trump had for John McCain.
Not even in death can the President honor John McCain, a war hero and all-around amazing man who rode the line and looked out for the best interests of America at many times instead of simply the best interests of his party.
Just because McCain didn't agree with Trump on some issues, Trump has made it clear over time that he didn't like him. One of the worst of the comments was regarding the fact that he was captured and was a POW. Trump said that he preferred people who didn't get caught.
I find this appalling coming from a President who dodged the draft 5 times citing Bone Spurs because he didn't have the balls to serve. How does he even think he has the right to say anything bad about a war hero, let along a POW who gave more of himself for this country than most do aside of those who died at war.
The fact that the President cannot put his feelings aside and show some respect for John McCain sickens me and I hope that it sickens just about everyone else in this great country of ours.
To John McCain's family I will say, "I looked up to John McCain for the military hero he was and the role model he became for so many people during his time in service to country both in the military and as a Senator. If there were more people like John in Washington, this country would be a far greater place than it is today. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all and I am so sorry for your loss. Know that John will be remembered in the history books of the United States as one of the greats."
To President Trump I will say, "You are a disgrace to the office that you hold. Resign."
DUNK
The White house reportedly had a statement prepared in alignment with past practice for when people of stature pass away. The statement reportedly honored John McCain's service to country and called him a hero.
Trump, however, said no to that and said that he would be putting a tweet out. The tweet read, "My deepest sympathies and respect go out to the family of Senator John McCain. Our hearts and prayers are with you!"
The tweet in and of itself is fine, but when you look at the entire context of what went on that led to that tweet, it is disturbing. When looking at the overall picture, it looks as though a good statement for the public from the White House regarding John McCain's contributions to this great country was blocked by Trump, who wanted to put out the simple message above that doesn't talk about John McCain at all.
That, coupled with the fact that the White House Flag, shortly after Midnight last night, was hoisted back to full staff after being put at half staff for just a day in mourning for John McCain. Other flags around Washington remain at half staff, but this was just another sign of the hatred Trump had for John McCain.
Not even in death can the President honor John McCain, a war hero and all-around amazing man who rode the line and looked out for the best interests of America at many times instead of simply the best interests of his party.
Just because McCain didn't agree with Trump on some issues, Trump has made it clear over time that he didn't like him. One of the worst of the comments was regarding the fact that he was captured and was a POW. Trump said that he preferred people who didn't get caught.
I find this appalling coming from a President who dodged the draft 5 times citing Bone Spurs because he didn't have the balls to serve. How does he even think he has the right to say anything bad about a war hero, let along a POW who gave more of himself for this country than most do aside of those who died at war.
The fact that the President cannot put his feelings aside and show some respect for John McCain sickens me and I hope that it sickens just about everyone else in this great country of ours.
To John McCain's family I will say, "I looked up to John McCain for the military hero he was and the role model he became for so many people during his time in service to country both in the military and as a Senator. If there were more people like John in Washington, this country would be a far greater place than it is today. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all and I am so sorry for your loss. Know that John will be remembered in the history books of the United States as one of the greats."
To President Trump I will say, "You are a disgrace to the office that you hold. Resign."
DUNK
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