Donald Trump's latest attack on the Kennedy family is a stark reminder of his contempt for history, decency and public service. In posting cruel messages about Tatiana Schlossberg, Caroline Kennedy's daughter who recently passed away at 35, Trump revealed his true character: petty, vindictive and devoid of empathy.
Trump's remarks also exposed his warped values and priorities. He chose to celebrate the coup of extending his name to the Kennedy Center board, a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, rather than offering condolences or respect for Schlossberg's passing. The president's attack on the Kennedy legacy is not just an assault on Caroline Kennedy, but also on her family, who have dedicated their lives to public service and philanthropy.
Trump's war against the Kennedy legacy is a reflection of his own insecurity and inadequacy. He envies the charisma, glamour and vigor that defined the Kennedy era, and he resents the fact that they are still revered and celebrated by Americans today. Trump sees himself as the only true leader in American politics, and he is determined to erase the Kennedys from history.
The president's actions are a direct attack on the values that the Kennedy family has represented: public service, intellectual curiosity, debate, and an appreciation for history, literature and the arts. Trump rejects these qualities, preferring instead his own brand of cynicism, entitlement, and ugliness.
Trump's war against the Kennedys is also a personal vendetta against his enemies. He has long been hostile to Robert F. Kennedy's legacy, which championed civil rights and social justice. He has consistently attacked the Affordable Care Act, a program inspired by Ted Kennedy's work on healthcare reform. And he has demonized Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who fought tirelessly for the rights of people with disabilities.
In short, Trump's attack on the Kennedy family is a manifestation of his own megalomania and lack of self-awareness. He sees himself as above history, decency and morality, and he will stop at nothing to erase the Kennedys from our collective memory.
As we remember Tatiana Schlossberg and her family, we must also remember the values that they represented: compassion, kindness, generosity, and a commitment to public service. These are the qualities that Trump rejects, and it is up to us to uphold them in our own lives and in our democracy.
The legacy of the Kennedy family will endure long after Trump's presidency has ended. They will be remembered as heroes who dedicated their lives to making America better, stronger and more just. And we must continue to celebrate their memory, even in the face of Trump's cruel attacks on their honor and dignity.
Trump's remarks also exposed his warped values and priorities. He chose to celebrate the coup of extending his name to the Kennedy Center board, a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, rather than offering condolences or respect for Schlossberg's passing. The president's attack on the Kennedy legacy is not just an assault on Caroline Kennedy, but also on her family, who have dedicated their lives to public service and philanthropy.
Trump's war against the Kennedy legacy is a reflection of his own insecurity and inadequacy. He envies the charisma, glamour and vigor that defined the Kennedy era, and he resents the fact that they are still revered and celebrated by Americans today. Trump sees himself as the only true leader in American politics, and he is determined to erase the Kennedys from history.
The president's actions are a direct attack on the values that the Kennedy family has represented: public service, intellectual curiosity, debate, and an appreciation for history, literature and the arts. Trump rejects these qualities, preferring instead his own brand of cynicism, entitlement, and ugliness.
Trump's war against the Kennedys is also a personal vendetta against his enemies. He has long been hostile to Robert F. Kennedy's legacy, which championed civil rights and social justice. He has consistently attacked the Affordable Care Act, a program inspired by Ted Kennedy's work on healthcare reform. And he has demonized Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who fought tirelessly for the rights of people with disabilities.
In short, Trump's attack on the Kennedy family is a manifestation of his own megalomania and lack of self-awareness. He sees himself as above history, decency and morality, and he will stop at nothing to erase the Kennedys from our collective memory.
As we remember Tatiana Schlossberg and her family, we must also remember the values that they represented: compassion, kindness, generosity, and a commitment to public service. These are the qualities that Trump rejects, and it is up to us to uphold them in our own lives and in our democracy.
The legacy of the Kennedy family will endure long after Trump's presidency has ended. They will be remembered as heroes who dedicated their lives to making America better, stronger and more just. And we must continue to celebrate their memory, even in the face of Trump's cruel attacks on their honor and dignity.