I have no truck with the language DJT uses against his real and imagined enemies. It is beyond the pale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then I listened to KH’s “concession speech” from yesterday. Yes the declaration of a peaceful transfer of power was commendable — and the dig (without naming names) at DJT’s awfulness in 2020 well deserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perhaps the self-congratulatory tone (“we ran a great campaign”) was also necessary if a bit absurd given the money spent and the outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But what about the constant refrain of “fight” — about 16 times I think — with no mention of the need to “listen to,” “understand” or even “persuade” the other side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I was at a dinner party a couple of months ago to celebrate the book of a liberal icon. I asked “you make a eloquent case that will strengthen the resolve of your followers. But what about those who are not predisposed to your views?” No real response was forthcoming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some, perhaps many, of Trump supporters are awful people. But I daresay not all are racists, fascists, or misogynists. People who pollsters describe as “shy” Trump voters, may also be “reluctant” Trump voters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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