Posted on 08/22/2015 6:51:06 AM PDT by conservativejoy
Our savior! Our hero! Trump will save us!
I am not just into hero worship, prove to me you will do what you say you will do and i’ll vote for you. But you wont get fawning idol worship from me.
I see that you are a killjoy like Humblegunner. If it means anything to you, I was merely pointing out Trump’s own money versus Obama’s stash. There is a difference. That does not mean I am a Trump worshipper.
There happens to be a lot of rich people who are generous with THEIR OWN MONEY. In most cases they tend to lean conservative. There are a lot of examples where Reagan and others have quietly helped out others. It is a matter of character. If you have a problem with that, you might be more happy hanging out with the DUmmies.
Oh I understand your point, and wasn’t accusing YOU of being a worshiper. But have you looked at the faces of Trumps crowds? I have seen those faces before, and the last time in a political context was Obama’s 1st election campaign.
You see them all the time at rock concerts.
Speaking of REALITY and TRUTH, Donald Trump did do these things, correct ?
No one, except you, on this forum has derived the 'conclusion' that TRUMP will give them FREE STUFF from his stash.
Had that been the case, they would have received money for the farm. They wouldn't be 'homeless'.
Your argument reeks of fresh straw.
I think they are pulling it from some website. They (FR posters who seem to hate Trump) keep repeating the same talking points.
While I agree with that in general terms,it's not just Trump supporters that seem that way.
The difference between TRUMP and other candidates (past and present) is that none of them had a history of even doing such things. They just PROMISED they would. And never did.
In Luke 11:11-13 Jesus says, "Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!"
While Jesus is speaking of the Father's love for us, He mentions something that is very important to remember about human nature. The most vile and evil human being was created in God's image and will display some redeeming qualities. Even Hitler displayed a few good qualities like a love of animals and children. Does that minimize the evil he caused? Most certainly not!
Donald Trump is human, in spite of the near worship of him by some 'Trumpettes' (or is it 'Trump Pets'?) on FR. Before any of the 'Trumpettes' attack me for comparing him to Hitler, I most certainly am NOT comparing him to Herr Schickelgruber! I am merely making the point that EVERONE has good and bad qualities. Trump has not got to where he is, without stepping on, and crushing some opponents. Business is, after all, often a zero sum game. Has he helped some people? Yes, most certainly. What I see on FR is a number of people who almost deify Trump and a number who demonize him. He is neither a god nor a demon, he is merely a man, evil like all of us, yet having some good characteristics.
To me, a Canadian living North of the 49th parallel, Mr. Trump comes across as someone with a vision for the US, parts of this vision are conservative and parts of which are not. He does however, have a vision to make the USA a leader in the world, rather than the spineless, socialist nation that O'Venal, ValJar, Klintoon, Mr. Heinz and cabal, are working their damnedest to do. Somehow, when I think of Trump, President Reagan's '84 election ad, "It's morning in America again" comes to mind. I don't get that sense with any other politician. While he is certainly no Ronald Reagan, the times now call for a meaner, brasher, more direct leader. That leader needs to quickly overcome the freefall of America that O'Venal started and the complacency of lil' Jebbie's brother, to the Saudi Islamists. Trump seems to have the brashness needed to stand Islamists back on their heels.
As I don't have TV, limited access to internet, and Canadian radio only rarely covers US politics (only the most sensational of stories), I only hear snippets on Hillary, O'Venal and Trump. From what I've seem on stories linked to FR posts, I like Cruz, but to me, he comes across somewhat like PM Stephen Harper, a policy 'wonk'. While I like much of what he says, I don't see the 'charisma' that so many uninformed voters need. Trump has that charisma, that 'my way, or the highway' attitude. THAT appeals to many LIVs, much more so than anyone else, in either the jackass or elephant party.
Just my opinion.
If it is, just like MOST of the publicity TRUMP has received so far, he didn't even pay for it.
Look here! Don’t look anywhere else? What is this some pac that I’ve stepped into?
Just like the protesters in Ferguson, Missouri. Why did you step IN IT, if you don't like it ? No one forced you to read this or even click on the thread.
If what people say here bothers you, you have only yourself to blame.
Thanks, I thought that was true but I still don’t know how to post a link! But I guess I could of at least looked it up!
You apparently don't read very 'deep' into threads and simply pounce on any remark you disagree with, usually trying to insult the author of those words.
If you step out of line here in Freepville around certain crowds, everything about you is questioned and you’re thrown into the pile of lurkers and goons just out to cause an issue.
YEP. Personal attacks and brash displays of ignorance do that.
It’s a scary thing to see this radicalized unquestioning idolization a man.
Again, it's just YOU who perceives TRUMP as an IDOL .
Most normal people see it as a man of his word and a man who can reach out to those less fortunate and give them a hand.
There are many people like that. Just very, very few in politics.
He is being NOTED for it because it is rare.
If you do the same thing, maybe we'll NOTE you.
Ted Cruz shows presidential qualities while grilling pork and lesbian activist
Thanks for your comments and the Scriptures. It is good to get the perspective of those who have lived outside the U.S.
I think you have accurately zeroed in on Trump’s appeal. This has already been the most interesting election I can remember.
The folks you name in your post are some of the most tight fisted, least generous people on earth. At least we can tell from some of the stories now coming out that Trump has a good heart.
That’s your break down of it.
The reality of it is if you step into a crowd of Freeper’s for Trump and say you’re against something or try to ask a question pertaining to what you’ve heard otherwise, you get a third degree.
Also no, I’m concerned that it’s white wash season on Trump on Free Republic.
I find it hardly charitable to try to use imminent domain to try to take peoples property.
Agreed. While he looks great on paper, Canadian born Cruz just can't get the general election votes from independents and Reagan Democrats like Trump can, or even (shudder) Yeb.
Have you ever considered that it's the WAY you do it that causes the problem ?
I find it hardly charitable to try to use imminent domain to try to take peoples property.
See... you made a statement about an issue instead of attacking me or someone else. It's much easier to debate an issue than to defend an unwarranted attack.
Trump said he agreed with Imminent Domain. Whose land did he take away ?
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