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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Trump's Controversial Remarks Draw Comparisons to Nazis and Dictators

Joe Biden has criticized Donald Trump for using the word "vermin" to describe his political opponents, stating that it echoes the language used in Nazi Germany. Trump made the comments at a rally in New Hampshire, where he also repeated his false claims of election fraud. Biden highlighted that this is not the first time Trump has used such language, pointing to his previous remarks about "poisoning the blood of America." Trump's rhetoric drew immediate criticism online, with historians noting its similarity to tactics used by autocrats to dehumanize their foes. Trump's campaign spokesman rejected the comparisons, dismissing them as the result of "Trump Derangement Syndrome."

via The Guardian US|

#donald-trump #joe-biden #nazi-germany

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Biden condemns Trump's Nazi-like rhetoric and media calls out dangerous words"

President Joe Biden criticized his likely 2024 opponent Donald Trump, comparing his language to Nazi rhetoric and warning that Trump would use his presidency for "revenge and retribution." Biden specifically pointed to Trump's use of the word "vermin" to describe political rivals, likening it to Nazi terminology. He also criticized Trump's rhetoric on undocumented immigrants and verbal attacks on Paul Pelosi. Biden tied Trump to the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade and took credit for recent election results, stating that his agenda was resonating with voters.

via CNN|

#donald-trump #joe-biden #nazi-rhetoric

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Trump's Disturbing Rhetoric: Echoes of Dictators and Disrespect for Veterans

Former President Donald Trump used derogatory language to describe his political opponents during a Veterans Day speech, referring to them as "vermin" and suggesting they pose a greater threat to the United States than foreign countries. Historians have criticized Trump's language, comparing it to that of authoritarian leaders like Hitler and Mussolini. Trump also reiterated his false claims about the 2020 election and portrayed himself as a victim of the political system. His divisive rhetoric has drawn condemnation from various groups, including the Anti-Defamation League. Trump's remarks come as he remains a frontrunner in the GOP primary field and as he and his allies plan ways to punish his critics and opponents if he returns to the White House.

via The Washington Post|

#criticism #dictators #donald-trump