Jeb Bush Cautions Donald Trump on Preying on Voters’ ‘Fear and Angst’ ("Act of Love" again)

The New York Times' First Draft ^ | August 4, 2015 | Michael Barbaro

[2ndDivisionVet]

Jeb Bush suggested on Tuesday that Donald J. Trump’s strategy, as he rides to the top of polls, was to “prey” on the “fear and angst” of the American electorate, and Mr. Bush reiterated his view that many illegal border crossings by migrant parents were “an act of love.”

During an interview with the Southern Baptist Convention in Nashville, Mr. Bush was asked about Mr. Trump’s surging political fortunes before the first major Republican presidential debate on Thursday.

Mr. Trump’s “harsh tone is wrong,” Mr. Bush said. Many Americans are alienated and angry, he said, adding, “They see America moving away from them.”

But, Mr Bush continued, “I don’t think politicians should prey on that fear and angst.”

Instead, he said, “to win, and to go the right way, we have to unite rather than divide.”(continued)

[2ndDivisionVet]

Keep digging, John Ellis.

[9YearLurker]

Yeah, I can see why Trump would want to take Jeb’s advice on campaigning for president...

[The Ghost of FReepers Past]

So is holding up a 7-ll an act of love if the perp has kids that he is supporting?

[Above My Pay Grade]

Not a Trump (or Jeb) fan, but using “fear and angst” is a very effective way to get votes.

[Jim Robinson]

FUJB!! Amnesty pimps need not apply.

[frog in a pot]

The contradictions in just those few comments by Bush are obvious. Lord, please help us.

[2ndDivisionVet]

Did you see that he said that “act of love” nonsense again? REALLY?!

[free_life]

Yeb Clinton rides again!

[Mr. Peabody]

[Paladin2]

Yeb wants to continue and accelerate Fedzilla’s Death to Americans policies.

[hinckley buzzard]

Wasn't it Algore who shrieked about W, "He played on our fears!" Jeb Bush really is cut from the same cloth as Algore and all the other perfumed princes of the Ruling Class.

[Pearls Before Swine]

He was referred to as a “metro sexual purse dog” on another thread. The quote originated with Todd Starnes of FOX Radio. I hope it sticks.

[2ndDivisionVet]

[odawg]

This is debate preparation for Jeb! Now that he has thrown the “ Fear and Angst” concept out prior to the debate, he will reference that caution and everyone will know who he is hitting. He won’t mention Trump’s name so Trump will not have an opportunity to respond.

[COBOL2Java]

Wasn't it Algore who shrieked about W, "He played on our fears!" Jeb Bush really is cut from the same cloth as Algore and all the other perfumed princes of the Ruling Class.

And the shrieking GOPe harpies will be back on Free Republic once Yeb is nominated next year, attacking anyone who won't get behind their man.

[maggief]

[Las Vegas Ron]

Jeb Bush suggested on Tuesday that Donald J. Trump’s strategy, as he rides to the top of polls, was to “prey” on the “fear and angst” of the American electorate, and Mr. Bush reiterated his view that many illegal border crossings by migrant parents were “an act of love.”

Home inspector to home owner: "Sir, this gas line has a crack and should be repaired lest it should leak and cause your family great peril and possibly death".

Home owner: "Are you playing on my fear and angst?"

Insurance agent: "No sir, I just want to raise your rates"

[Robert DeLong]

Many Americans are alienated and angry

You are correct Jebster, but that alienation we feel is the GOPe and those legislators that go along with them. That anger is directed at you and the GOPe. You really are an idiot who cannot see the forest for the trees. Why would we ever elect you as President if you are so stupid? We won't.

[OldSmaj]

Shut up, Jeb.