As a writer, academic, thinker leaning toward skepticism, and fairly liberal Christian, I did something in November that many people of my ilk would have considered unthinkable: I voted for Donald Trump.
Before and after my vote, I have been astonished by the vitriol that has been posted, shared, and discussed on online media, on television, in the news, &c, making nonsensical accusations of misogyny, homophobia, and racism toward Trump and anyone who voted for and supported him.
I would assume that most people who voted for/supported Bernie Sanders are not Socialists and those who voted for/supported Hillary Clinton are not corrupt baby killers. Nor are most people who voted for/supported Trump right-wing extremists.
I voted for Donald Trump, not because I think he is the best possible candidate, rather because of the available candidates, I respect his stance regarding the sanctity of human life.
Moreover, once Trump garnered the Republican nomination, and did what most such nominees do, that is, toned down the rhetoric, I found myself agreeing with many of his ideas on trade, domestic order, paying the federal debt, kick-starting the American economy, and securing America’s place in the world. I don’t believe America is the “policeman of the world,” as FDR wanted to make us. But I do believe that America is the country that, of all countries in the world, has had the best motives for securing world peace and prosperity.
To be President of the United States is an awesome responsibility. I am starting to believe in the truth of the narrative that Trump is a self-made man who late in life has decided to serve his country and give back to others.
I also have never been convinced that this country was founded upon the principle of career politicians having constant control of our federal system. There is so much political corruption and political cronyism. Perhaps it is good to elect a person with much life and business experience but little political experience. Some of our greatest presidents were such people.
I have had my doubts about Donald Trump, but I am willing to give him a chance to see if he can succeed as President. For this to happen, he needs the support of the American people, regardless of political beliefs—this means you and me.
Before and after my vote, I have been astonished by the vitriol that has been posted, shared, and discussed on online media, on television, in the news, &c, making nonsensical accusations of misogyny, homophobia, and racism toward Trump and anyone who voted for and supported him.
I would assume that most people who voted for/supported Bernie Sanders are not Socialists and those who voted for/supported Hillary Clinton are not corrupt baby killers. Nor are most people who voted for/supported Trump right-wing extremists.
I voted for Donald Trump, not because I think he is the best possible candidate, rather because of the available candidates, I respect his stance regarding the sanctity of human life.
Moreover, once Trump garnered the Republican nomination, and did what most such nominees do, that is, toned down the rhetoric, I found myself agreeing with many of his ideas on trade, domestic order, paying the federal debt, kick-starting the American economy, and securing America’s place in the world. I don’t believe America is the “policeman of the world,” as FDR wanted to make us. But I do believe that America is the country that, of all countries in the world, has had the best motives for securing world peace and prosperity.
To be President of the United States is an awesome responsibility. I am starting to believe in the truth of the narrative that Trump is a self-made man who late in life has decided to serve his country and give back to others.
I also have never been convinced that this country was founded upon the principle of career politicians having constant control of our federal system. There is so much political corruption and political cronyism. Perhaps it is good to elect a person with much life and business experience but little political experience. Some of our greatest presidents were such people.
I have had my doubts about Donald Trump, but I am willing to give him a chance to see if he can succeed as President. For this to happen, he needs the support of the American people, regardless of political beliefs—this means you and me.