Let me get this out right off...Trump is NOT Hitler! There is no comparison; and to assume otherwise is absurd. With that off my chest, let me explain why.
I am a man of facts. I use facts to determine life choices. Many of us can be persuaded by emotions, myths, and preconceived ideas, but I believe Truth only rests in the realm of emotion, and lives in the home of facts. What disturbs and saddens me is the unfounded fear that has spread throughout our nation about President-elect Donald Trump.
In the last two centuries, mankind has advanced technology and science at an exponential rate, while advancement in emotions and morality continues to creep along at a slugs pace.
At the beginning of this country, pilgrims barely survived...now we have been to the moon and feed not only our country but countries around the world. Morality, once admired and something to strive for, has been replaced with narcissism and belittling.
Half the voting population did not want Trump as president and believe he will be dangerous. I contend that this is baseless and as one commentator calls it, "Neo-McCarthyism hysteria."
Peter Theil, PayPal's co-founder, was ridiculed throughout the election, not because of the fact that he was gay, or because of something he said, but because he was supporting Mr. Trump. When referring to the current state of American diversity, he said, "If you don't conform then you don't count as diverse, no matter what your personal background."
Hysteria
I believe that there are four major elements to this Anti-Trump hysteria: Loss of control, preconceived notions, The Elite, and The media.
Loss of Control
Loss of Control
Feeling like we’ve lost control is likely to bring out our worst fears. As Madhukar Trivedi, chair of the University of Texas-Southwestern’s Mental Health Department, told KERA news, people are more afraid of flying than of driving cars because “in a car, at least I know when to brake. In a plane, I have no control.”
Being on the losing side of an election, means losing control of what was perceived as important, and may have contributed to the fear of a Trump presidency.
Preconceived Notions
Where did Mr. Trump's negatives begin? Prior to his announcement to run for president, he was known as a billionaire businessman with assets in hotels, real estate, golf courses, TV shows, etc. Once he ran for office, everyday phrases and comments were instantly terrifying. These negative views were reinforced, like a snowball rolling downhill, exacerbated by those who opposed him.
The Elite
The powerful political elites are academics and politicians who believe strongly that they are the glue that holds the country together. When it was seen that Mr. Trump was a viable contender for the presidency, they made sure that every jot and tittle he spoke was scrutinized. These elites were from both parties, but the republican elites had the most to lose, and therefore, were more outspoken. To lose their power would mean a possible restructuring of the status quo.
The Media
The American news agencies are primarily left of the political center (see graph below). Many men and women in the industry have justified their bias, by saying things like [1]"it may serve to create narrative texture or make a story understandable." To slant any story is a poor excuse. But to intentionally, shape a story is pitiful. [2] BuzzFeed turned down $1.3 million in advertising from the RNC because they thought Trump was “hazardous” to their employees.
It is only anecdotal, but I watched the nightly news for a week in October of 2016 and found on an average night, there were three negative Trump stories to one positive Clinton story.
In the past, news agencies have provided the facts on both sides. Lately, sleaze and death lead the news, leaving US policy issues to wither away.
When these factors combine, it's a perfect storm of destruction of the Donald Trump persona. In fact, with the social and political winds blowing so strongly against him, it is incredible that Mr. Trump could garner enough votes to win the election; and yet winning over 300 electoral votes is virtually a miracle.
It is only anecdotal, but I watched the nightly news for a week in October of 2016 and found on an average night, there were three negative Trump stories to one positive Clinton story.
In the past, news agencies have provided the facts on both sides. Lately, sleaze and death lead the news, leaving US policy issues to wither away.
When these factors combine, it's a perfect storm of destruction of the Donald Trump persona. In fact, with the social and political winds blowing so strongly against him, it is incredible that Mr. Trump could garner enough votes to win the election; and yet winning over 300 electoral votes is virtually a miracle.
The Future of a Trump Presidency
Based on credible data, I had predicted that Trump would win the nomination and ultimately the presidency. Some people were skeptical of my analysis, others thought it preposterous, but the election results vindicated my forecast. In the same way, I will predict what the future will hold for the U.S.
Donald Trump will operate the country like he operates his business...like a CEO. He will gather the best and brightest around him, as long as they are trust worthy. He has worked around politicians all his life, so he is not going in naive.
As CEO, he sees things from a broad point of view, so he will let others work out the details of his principles.
He demands to be profitable, and has reaped bonuses for getting jobs done early. Therefore, expect him to start his first 100 days running and demanding excellence from his staff to perform well with little.
Mr. Trump has taken risks with new ventures. His airline was not profitable and he got out; his TV show (the Apprentice), was successful and he stayed with it. Expect him to be open to new ideas, in technology and even the environmental areas - As long as they work and are cost effective.
If there is a war, it will be short and no-nonsense. He doesn't like war, because as a businessman he realizes international businesses operate better when foreign entities get along with each-other.
To be accurate, he is not a democrat or a republican. His positions are nuanced to fit his beliefs, which many of lean more toward the republican party.
He will continue to say quirky and awkward statements. At times he will be rude, offended, sympathetic, and other times down-right funny. In the end, at heart...he is just an normal American, who will try to do what he thinks is good for America.
Read more: http://dailycaller.com/2016/09/30/here-are-the-mainstream-reporters-who-are-open-about-their-anti-trump-bias/#ixzz4PojfaUjm
[1] https://www.americanpressinstitute.org/journalism-essentials/bias-objectivity/understanding-bias/
[2]http://dailycaller.com/2016/09/30/here-are-the-mainstream-reporters-who-are-open-about-their-anti-trump-bias/
