Thursday, June 9, 2016

The "R-word" rears its ugly head once again!

From his announcement last June 16th that he was seeking the Republican nomination Donald Trump's candidacy was scoffed at.
His critics, in the GOP and media, were quick to condemn Trump for labeling his opponents,
such as "low energy Jeb". but his opponents launched the first salvos when referring to him as an "entertainer" and "reality show star",  an obvious insult of the first order. 
Anyone knowledgeable knows Trump is one of the most successful real estate developers in the world, more accomplished than most of the politicians running for the presidency.
What really got under the skin of establishment politicians and their donors was when Trump stated  "all politicians do is talk" and "anyone who gives a politician $5 million expects something in return".  While no one challenged these statements, millions watching the first debate at home knew exactly what he meant.
The year long battle had begun and no need going over the countless attempts from within the Republican Party to destroy Trump's candidacy.
All we need to do is review the latest matter, Trump's criticism of a federal judge. 
The judge is Gonzalo P. Curiel’s who is adjudicating a lawsuit against Trump University. Trump is displeased with his rulings and cited the judge was "Mexican". Immediately, leaders of both political parties went after Trump, naturally saying it was "racist".
                               
The media, as expected, pounced on Trump with glee, believing THIS is what will bring him down and seal the long anticipated coronation of Hillary Clinton.
But, was Trump really hurling the 'go to' "R-word", or was he inferring something else?  I found it to be an inference.
In the real world if it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, its most likely a duck.  And, unlike politicians and the media, Donald Trump lives in the real world, the world where any affront should be responded to, which he did.
What I saw was not a racist criticism, I saw the same 'duck' Trump saw.
Consider the ruling Curiel made. Even though the plaintiff decided not to go forward with her suit, the judge said the trial must continue

Curiel also happens to be a member of the San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association that represented the plaintiff, and that also paid thousands to the Clintons for speeches. Yet, the judge saw no reason to recuse himself.
The conclusion Trump reached  seems reasonable, a judge with Mexican heritage, member of a group that wants illegals to remain, supports Democrats  and decides to continue a trial without a plaintiff is so far out of the norm, there appeared to be bias on the part of Curiel,   NOT racism!
And, speaking of race. the name, 'San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association' should trouble those who shiver when the "R-word" is used. "La Raza” translations to "THE RACE.", a name which should be of concern to the media, but apparently is not.
It wasn't too long ago a member of Congress called Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas an "Uncle Tom".  It was reported but there was no demand he apologize! The "R-word"  in this instance remained on the shelf waiting for the appropriate moment!
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Enter Donald Trump!
THAT is ideological bigotry, and perfectly fine!

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