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John Charles Palazzo's avatar

To the extent Reagan built up the idea that Americans should mistrust government he did have a role in how politics evolved from there.

But Reagan would have been revulsed by Trump and his “friendship” with Russia and if we really want to point the finger at a President for Trump, I would point to Bill Clinton’s signing of NAFTA as the beginning of the end. Clinton sold out the working class and that day was day 1 in the erosion of the American middle class that unfolded over the next 30 years and opened the door for Donald Trump.

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John Nogowski's avatar

Thanks for the sharp comment. I agree Reagan would not have wanted anything to do with Russia and Trump’s crudity would have bothered him

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Lisha Shi's avatar

I’ve had a similar thought about Reagan.

He feels like the first to really turn politics into performance, outwardly.

Before him, it was hidden, less rehearsed.

After him, it became a full-on show.

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John Nogowski's avatar

Exactly. Good observation.

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Rhonda  Paul's avatar

Always interesting and entertaining to read your scathing political reviews John. One thing is for sure.... you will have no end of material for the next 3.5 years. ha. Who knows, maybe Trump will find that loophole and get reelected to a third term!!

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John Nogowski's avatar

Hahaha. Will America survive? You’re always very kind, Rhonda. It’s generous that you always read and comment. We’re rooting for very different outcomes but that’s what makes horse races, right??

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Rhonda  Paul's avatar

Haha...Thanks for your sense of humor John. I do love horse races! Not sure how much we ultimately disagree on the end results of the big picture my friend, but we are rooting for different messengers for sure. Keep writing!

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Mark Fountain's avatar

Truth is stranger than fiction,….. as the old saying goes,…. And much more scary. The POTUS aka “ he who shall not be named”, is not making things any better.

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