Letter to the Editor: My support for Donald Trump is over, signed a Republican
August 13, 2020
The November election will undoubtedly determine the fate of our nation and, subsequently, the fates of future generations. While all of us may never fully agree on what this path should be, what we can agree on is fundamental change is desperately needed. Unfortunately, I must take responsibility for my part in contributing to the tumultuous and dangerous political climate originating from Washington. I have been a devoted Republican voter, and I, admittedly, voted for Donald Trump for president. I believed that change, whatever the form, was something we deserved. Today, I declare an end to my identity as a Republican. I proudly commit to voting for all Democratic candidates, including Joe Biden for President.
My support for this tyrannical president ended as soon as he stood next to Vladmir Putin in Helsinki and undermined our nation’s top intelligence officials’ findings that Russia interfered in every level of our elections. My support for this president ended when evidence was presented that, through his privilege and deep connections, he avoided serving in Vietnam and instead shafted the people of New York out of millions of dollars in frivolous real estate tax abatements. My support for this president ended when he ordered the Department of Homeland Security to rip migrant children out of the hands of their mothers and fathers at the southern border and put them in cages. My support for this president ended when he failed to denounce the actions of white supremacists in Charlottesville, and instead, sympathized with the likes of Klansmen by calling them “fine people.” My support for this president ended when he falsely asserted that climate change was “fake science” and demanded mentions of one of the world’s most damning issues be removed from online Environmental Protection Agency resources. My support for this president ended when he demeaned our nation’s top disease experts, willingly spread disinformation about a drug which he has considerable financial interest in that has been deemed “dangerous” by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and suggested the public put stock in the opinions of “doctors” whose idea of medical advice revolved around the subject of “demon sex.” My support for this president ended when he failed to attempt to heal the nation when the atrocities brought on by irresponsible law enforcement toward our Black and brown brothers and sisters, and instead defended a racist criminal justice system that somehow rationalizes cops putting their knees on the necks of black people. My support for this president ended when he decided that the lives of teachers and students did not play a part in his re-election plans. My support for this president is over.
I urge each and every one of you, independent, Republican, and Democrat — to unite to restore the soul and conscience of our nation. I ask you to stand up for those who are afraid to and who can’t. We defeated the likes of Donald Trump on the beaches of Normandy, in Birmingham, and the Civil War. Let’s do it again.
Colby D. Carr
Economics Major
Class of 2017
Colby Carr • Dec 18, 2022 at 8:55 pm
Happy to share my thoughts and agree/disagree when it is warranted. I could say the same for the incompetent commander-in-chief currently serving in office, Joe Biden. While Trump certainly did not do much to stave off the Covid-19 pandemic and ensuing economic contraction, the Biden administration has seemingly purposely fueled the hyper-inflationary economic environment we are all having to deal with. Additionally, the divisive nature of our country has only worsened due to the inflammatory rhetoric dripping from the lips of our narcissistic President and vice-President.
Good to see for the good and bad on both sides. Blind obedience to a party or politician breeds only ignorance.
Jon • Oct 2, 2021 at 4:34 pm
This may be an old article, but thank you. I see some other comments are from people who have been sucked into to following a man rather than a party/ideology and it’s horrifying. For decades Americans wondered how Germany was ever led so astray that it came to what happened Normandy June 6, 1944..when it was so clear that they were being brainwashed by a narcissistic, sick man. Yet here we are, where 77 years later TO THE DAY many who somehow missed it prior finally saw how easy it is for it to happen to us at our own Capitol Building. Thank you for having the strength to not let your pride keep you on the wrong side of history.
Those that contributed to our current political state by voting for trump have the responsibility to do what you are now, but a majority instead double down. Thank you for setting the example.
HCP • Oct 8, 2020 at 11:41 pm
Well put, Colby! You are shining the light of truth on the 45th’s hypocrisy, lies, and self-interest. Not to mention that, instead of making good on his pledge to bring jobs back to the coal industry, he did the exact opposite, and now there are fewer jobs available than under any other president before.
I saw the other 2 comments on your post and had to leave one myself to let you know that your article is appreciated.
Barry Hooks • Aug 14, 2020 at 5:26 am
A vote for Biden and any liberal Democrat is a vote for Marxist socialist and a vote against pro life and saving the lives of innocent babies.The bible is very clear on that topic.
Tom C • Aug 13, 2020 at 10:55 am
Trump never called the Klansmen fine people. That’s a lie, and I doubt if you were a Republican.
https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2019/03/21/trump_didnt_call_neo-nazis_fine_people_heres_proof_139815.html
You know who did hang out with Klansmen? Joe Biden.