Category Archives: Trump

BOOK REVIEW

Posted on November 18, 2018 by David B. Smith

“Unhinged: An Insider’s Account of the Trump White House” It’s challenging to review a major book penned by someone who is plainly a clever and sometimes grasping opportunist. Omarosa Manigault Newman confesses to a deep admiration of Barack Obama. She … Continue reading →

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Impeachment? That’s America’s Call

Posted on August 19, 2018 by David B. Smith

I suggest it’s a mistake when Democrats prematurely announce themselves for impeaching a president as a campaign issue. Two pillars of reality exist in the current case. First, let Robert Mueller and his team complete their investigation and make their … Continue reading →

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BOOK REVIEW: “A Higher Loyalty”

Posted on June 1, 2018 by David B. Smith

  I hope partisans on both sides will set aside their “Comey rage” – I’m still fuming too – and take the time to read his well-thought-out bio, “A Higher Loyalty.” It’s clear, honest, reflective, and written with a citizen’s … Continue reading →

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Book Review: “Trumpocracy”

Posted on May 21, 2018 by David B. Smith

This important new book by David Frum is thoughtfulness personified. It’s quiet; it’s reflective; it’s wise. There are no hysterics, no exaggerations, no fake news. He’s got endless pages of notes at the close, so the references and sources are … Continue reading →

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The New Johnson (Trump?) Image

Posted on June 25, 2017 by David B. Smith

    It seems all Presidents, not just Donald Trump, are endlessly fixated on “How am I doing? Do the people worship me?” Early in his political career, Lyndon Johnson squeaked out a 1948 Senate primary victory with a scant … Continue reading →

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The Trump Tapes

Posted on October 9, 2016 by David B. Smith

This has been a brutal weekend for millions of Americans who love their country. We long for a political campaign robust but respectful, as two good-hearted citizens, leaders of their party, debate noble and complex ideas about the betterment of … Continue reading →

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