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‘Fun’ in Trump World
Sometimes it is possible to have fun in “Trump World.” On March 29, a Gallup Poll gave him an approval rating of only 35 percent. Then he declares an end to the war on coal, announcing that this move would spark “a new energy revolution and lead to unbelievable prosperity.” Simultaneously the coal industry experts say the move is unlikely to spur a quick turnaround if any.
Meanwhile, Trump proudly took credit for Ford Motor Co.’s investment in three Michigan facilities, which will add only 130 jobs. However, Ford made the decision to do so in 2015. Meanwhile, back in Sleazeville, a former 2006 contestant on “The Apprentice” is suing Trump for an apology and $2,914 because of alleged unwanted sexual contact.
However, on the really ugly side of his presidency, he plans to cut humanitarian aid as 16 million people in Africa are facing death by starvation. Somehow, Jesus comes to mind. And on the scary side of his presidency, House Republicans voted to let your internet service provider access your personal history, possibly including your Social Security number, information about your children and your health.
Janet Callen
Coeur d’Alene