The Vice President of the Democratic National Committee, Malcolm Kenyatta, recently addressed crowds near Philadelphia, criticizing former President Donald Trump. He labeled Trump as a “punk” and condemned his handling of certain historical narratives, likening it to a modern-day book burning due to alterations made to government website content.
Kenyatta highlighted that authoritarian figures like Trump often attempt to control history. He remarked, “In the past, they would take books, pile them up, and burn them. Now, they aim to erase information from federal sites. The outcomes aren’t all that different.” His comments were captured by the left-leaning outlet “Keystone.”
Since his administration began, Trump has led changes across various agencies that have modified or removed information connected to diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as topics like climate change and gender ideology. Kenyatta noted, “Donald Trump isn’t the first bully or authoritarian that Americans have dealt with. I know this in Pennsylvania – I refuse to bow to any so-called king.” He asserted that individuals such as Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick lack the necessary courage to challenge Trump.
Kenyatta, who serves as a state representative for the Temple University area in North Philadelphia and is recognized as the first openly gay person of color to serve in Harrisburg, recently protested at an ICE detention facility in Newark, New Jersey. He described a peaceful demonstration led by the city’s mayor, Ras Baraka, stating, “He wasn’t inciting a riot; rather, he was having discussions with his community.”
In the 2022 Democratic primary, Kenyatta had the endorsement of Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman but finished third. Now, he’s gearing up for another run, this time aiming for the position of auditor general against incumbent Republican Timothy DeFour.
A White House spokesman, Harrison Fields, responded to Kenyatta’s remarks, suggesting that his stance reflects a chaotic Democratic Party trying to assert its radical initiatives. Fields remarked that Kenyatta’s “nameless” position during the Pennsylvania Senate primary highlighted the party’s struggles.
Fox News Digital attempted to reach Fitzpatrick for his comments on the situation.
