A STATE OF THE UNION SPEECH WORTH WAITING FOR

2.9.19 – RenewAmerica
“A State of the Union speech worth waiting for”
I’m almost sorry for the Democrats.
I said “almost.”
President
Trump delivered such a powerful and inspirational State of the Union
address that the Democrats had to scurry to try to undermine his every
word in their post-speech “analysis.” The
truth has a distinct ring to it, and they can’t afford for people to
recognize it – especially since he deftly pointed out that “wealthy
politicians and donors” live safely behind walls in their gated estates,
but refuse to protect ordinary citizens with a border wall. Listening,
Nancy?
But
we did see some cutting edge journalism on display as the Left did its
“fact-checking.” Politico slammed President Trump for stating that
“…one in three women is sexually assaulted on the long journey north.”
That’s a lie! It’s not 33.3% – it’s only 31%! Good job, Politico.
Perhaps
to the Dems’ dismay, President Trump exhibited the stature, gravitas,
magnanimity, leadership and clarity of purpose that his critics once
accused him of lacking. He delivered a masterful speech in which he
redefined the very concept of “presidential.” He was dignified,
authentic, compassionate, and strong. His love of our country and the
American people was on glorious display. And his sense of humor came
through in a number of smile-inducing moments. Many non-supporters who
watched this speech may have changed their minds by the end of it.
What’s not to like?
Yet
the Democrats mostly sat on their hands, the women dressed in um…
“suffragette white,” which, of course, was simply to signal their
antipathy to Trump and their “resistance” against his agenda. They
stubbornly refused to stand and clap over and over again, until Trump
spoke of his administration increasing opportunities for women. Then it was OK for them to stand and cheer…themselves.
Nevertheless,
76% of Americans approved of the President’s SOTU, and a whopping 82%
of Republicans gave it high marks. In sharp contrast to the Left, Trump
mentioned various groups not to divide the country, but to unite it,
letting them know he’s been advocating for them as President. He singled
out for special acknowledgement: African
Americans, women, legal immigrants, families, workers, people with
health issues, veterans, law enforcement, and more. And he explained how
his administration has benefited these groups in various ways.
But
the speech wasn’t all sweetness and light. The President challenged
Congress – especially the Democrats. He managed to fire a couple of
well-aimed shots across the Democrats’ bow by alluding to the
destructive and partisan nature of the Mueller probe – by the way, check
out Pelosi’s priceless sneer as he turned to face her on that one – and
the Dem’s unreasonable obstruction regarding the border wall.
But
for my money, the truly brilliant aspect of the SOTU was the way
President Trump interwove key elements of American history and our
founding principles into his speech.
He
brought to life a pivotal chapter in American history in a
heart-wrenching way: by including among his guests in the gallery,
several World War II veterans. These men must be in their 90s – surely
among the last of the Greatest Generation.
World
War II was a defining moment in American history, calling forth great
courage and noble sacrifice from the American people, yet many students
and young adults today know very little about it. It was a time of great
national unity and unabashed patriotism and pride in America. American
soldiers risked their lives to liberate Europe from the Nazis. If they
hadn’t done so, Hitler would have conquered all of Europe – a horrifying
thought. This is history all Americans need to know.
In
a dramatic moment in his address, President Trump also introduced a
Jewish Holocaust survivor who had been rescued from Dachau by American
soldiers – including the one sitting next to him in the gallery!
…And
by the way, the Nazis were Socialists – Germany’s National Socialist
Party – which ties into perhaps the cornerstone of President Trump’s
entire speech: his bold calling out of socialism, right under the noses
of Bernie Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez and the rest of the progressive
socialists in Congress.
…To
underscore the folly of socialism, which has always resulted in
poverty, death and destruction, the President pointed to Venezuela as
its poster child. Thanks to the ongoing Progressive/Leftist
indoctrination in our public schools and universities, this history
lesson is sorely needed in America today.
The allure of promised “free stuff” has tricked people time and time again. We should remember that someone has to pay for that “free stuff.” As Margaret Thatcher once put it, “The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people’s money.” Hard to believe there are still people being duped by this failed ideology today.
It is astonishing that President Trump could accomplish so much in a single speech. He
wisely took advantage of having an audience of millions of Americans to
let them know of his administration’s successes that the media buries
in silence, but also to school them on the vital differences between
America and totalitarian, fascistic and socialist regimes.
And
let me call your attention to one more thing: The President expanded on
his iconic campaign slogan in a very meaningful way. “Make America
Great Again” may be interpreted to mean ‘make our country prosperous and
strong.’ But
President Trump now is inviting Congress to pursue “greatness.” And this
implies moral greatness. It implies leaving behind petty partisan
politics. It implies respecting the sanctity of life. And it implies a
united country that is rededicated to life, liberty, and the pursuit of
happiness, under God – the legacy bequeathed to us by our Founders.
Amen.