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The Trump Obsession
And the Absence of a Viable Democrat Alternative
Trump
Why did Trump win?
Why didn’t Democrats offer a viable alternative for the Presidency?
These questions need a response because they highlight our society's unprecedented historical and cultural change.
Ever since Obama’s Presidency (2009–2017) began, the American political and social landscape has drastically changed. This change did not happen unannounced. The Obama election campaign was vocal about the coming transformation and informed us about the hope, change, and unity to expect.
Here he is telling us all about the Fundamental Transformation he is to unleash:
So here we are, eight years later. Obama left office, but he did not leave Washington.
This is the transformation that transpired:
- The USA borrows US$ 1 trillion every 100 days
- The US debt is US$ 36.3 trillion
- A conservative estimate says 10…