Re: Trump laments immigration from 's---hole countries' in Oval Office negotiations
The most plausible reason to say that we don't know if it was a racist statement or not is the fact that we have no idea what the context was. Nothing, nada, zip.
But let's go with what you've said so far - What other comments has he made that were racist? What was the context? What were the things that reflect a position that has some racist components?
I'm not trying to be a jerk here but you yourself said that this "was my tipping point" and now claim other racist statements and "components" as well so I'd really like to know. And by the way...Trump was one of the last guys I wanted to see elected as president until it came down to either him or Clinton.
Just so you know, I am NOT a do or die Trump defender. In this case though I see a whole lot of people, not just you, claiming he's a racist and that this proves it. I don't see it - not even close.
But maybe I've missed something. Maybe he is and some things have happen that I don't know about so enlighten me please.
As far as what was wrong about the statement - if it was actually made - it basically comes down to diplomacy, character and leadership. A great leader would know not to use that kind of language in that kind of situation when surrounded by those kinds of people.
These things have ripples that can adversely effect foreign affairs, trade deals, and our perception in other nations eyes. I've went past caring about what people in other countries think about me because I voted for Trump.
But what people in other nations - especially their leaders think about Trump, and by extension our nation as a whole, can hurt us as far as what I mentioned above. Character does matter when it comes to the presidency. It matters a lot.
God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able,
but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.
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