The stunning cynicism of Donald Trump and the so-called culture wars

I came across a video on YouTube last week called “Donald Trump just admitted what the GOP’s anti-trans agenda is all about”. The video shows how Trump, and other politicians, discovered that there are certain hot button topics which will incite and energise voters more than more noble, worthy causes. And if you are cynical… Continue reading The stunning cynicism of Donald Trump and the so-called culture wars

The mystery of unshakeable Trump support

I never cease to be amazed at the support Donald Trump can rely on from Ireland. Commenters on my YouTube channel and Facebook page have made it clear that they are loyal Trump supporters, think he is “a great man”, and think the criminal indictment against him in Florida is politically motivated. These supporters are… Continue reading The mystery of unshakeable Trump support

Trump’s arrest and arraignment-the image lingers

Former President of the United States Donald Trump was arrested yesterday and arraigned in respect of thirty odd criminal offences. The criminal charges include misuse of company funds or failing to maintain proper books of account or charges of that nature regarding his companies, and paying hush money to two women with whom he is… Continue reading Trump’s arrest and arraignment-the image lingers

The effects of Trump politics in Irish society

It’s sad and frustrating to see the influence of “Trump politics” in Irish society over the last few years. Perhaps it is my imagination or misconception, but it seems to me, from comments on social media platforms online and protests like those going on in East Wall in Dublin concerning the use of a disused… Continue reading The effects of Trump politics in Irish society

Trump-how does he get away with it?

I find it incredible, and frightening, that Donald Trump still appears to have such a large following and such enormous sway and influence over the Republican party in the United States. He was involved in a New York State investigation or prosecution into the business practices of the Trump business empire. The nefarious practices appear… Continue reading Trump-how does he get away with it?