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Sharon Lawrence's avatar

As I've said before, Trump is like the abusive boyfriend. We stick with him because of the initial impression we had of him (which is a calculated cover story). We ignore all the signs that he's not who we think because we are naive and hopeful - and don't want to admit we are wrong. So we either end up dead or wake up and finally kick him to the curb.

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Ralph Rosenberg's avatar

Thanks Doug. Important read, since other media has not covered these contexts.

I am not necessarily a Sinatra fan. But...despite his rough edges and controversial associations, Sinatra quietly helped countless people behind the scenes. He paid medical bills for strangers, supported civil rights causes, and used his influence to help friends and fans in need, showing genuine compassion beneath his tough exterior.

Other writers have commented that Trump's bill has done more to hurt more Americans than any other piece of legislation in our 250 years.

I think Sinatra would have lobbied against it.

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