Biden not worried about political or legal retribution- Washington Examiner
President Joe Biden isn’t fazed by the idea he could be prosecuted one day if indicted for a crime. Donald Trump was convicted on 34 felony charges, setting a new precedent for former presidents and opening the door to what Republicans are calling political prosecutions when they leave office. Trump has repeatedly, falsely claimed Biden […]
Fear and the end of political power
The Italian political philosopher Niccolo Machiavelli famously mused in The Prince that although it is preferable to have both, it is better for a political leader to be feared rather than loved. A leader who is loved but not feared is easily taken advantage of, Machiavelli writes. But the fear of punishment is far stronger […]
Biden Flashes Smug, Toothy Grin When Asked About Trump Being a ‘Political Prisoner’
President Joe Biden flashed a toothy grin when asked by a reporter whether he considered former President Donald Trump a political prisoner of his own making. “Donald Trump has called himself a political prisoner and is directly blaming you. What are your thoughts on that?” a reporter asked Biden, 81, as he finished remarks on […]
Biden mocked for ‘disturbing’ smile after ignoring question about Trump being ‘political prisoner’
President Joe Biden drew criticism from some on Friday for his bizarre responses, including an “evil” smile, in response to a question about the historic conviction of a political opponent after remarks from the White House. Biden, 81, said on Friday President Donald Trump “Of course, he will have the opportunity to appeal that sentence, […]
Political World Erupts After Jury Declares Trump Guilty on All 34 Counts
A Manhattan jury found former President Donald Trump guilty Thursday on all 34 charges of falsifying business records to hide “hush money” payments in 2016 to former pornographic movie actress Stormy Daniels. Upon leaving the courthouse, Trump called the trial a disgrace and said, “This was a rigged trial by a conflicted judge who is […]
Trump Verdict Represents ‘Political Agenda of Some Kangaroo Court’
The verdict in former President Donald Trump’s business records trial in Manhattan is “the culmination of a legal process bent to the political will of those involved,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a statement Thursday after a Manhattan jury found Trump guilty on all 34 charges. “Today’s verdict is the culmination of a legal […]
Speaker Mike Johnson, top Republicans rip Trump guilty verdict as political ploy: ‘Shameful day’
House Speaker Mike Johnson joined other Republican lawmakers in slamming former President Donald Trump’s historic felony conviction as a “purely political stunt” and a “weaponization of the justice system” by President Biden. “This is a shameful day in American history. Democrats cheered as they convicted the leader of their own party on absurd charges based […]
Fewer Americans plan to donate to political campaigns: Survey
Fewer Americans plan to donate to political campaigns this year compared to 2020, according to a new survey. LendingTree Research. According to the survey, 26% of Americans said they plan to donate to political campaigns this year, compared to 36% who said they plan to donate to political campaigns in 2020. As the election heats […]
Political strategist reality-checks Biden campaign for stunt outside Trump’s trial: ‘Stupid mistake’
Career political strategist Karl Rove has accused the Biden campaign of “stupid mistakes.” The Biden campaign held a surprise press conference on Tuesday outside the Manhattan courthouse where Donald Trump’s hush money trial is taking place. The campaign employed actor Robert De Niro and two former Capitol Police officers who were on duty on January […]
Making Crime Into Political Violence While Ignoring Crime That Is
Not too long ago, The Prickly Pear ran a piece, “Don’t Take the Bait”. It suggested that the press and the Democrats were deliberately baiting conservatives to take action that would result in violence, so it could be to discredit conservatism. It went on to recommend that conservatives swear off any kind of violent response […]