Americans Are the Real Casualties of the Trump-‘Squad’ Showdown

The resolution in the House condemning the president is just the opposite. The intent is clear: It’s simply more partisan politics that is meant to divide us rather than unite us.

Andrew Wilkow

Daily Signal via Heritage.  . . . "I won’t offer an excuse for his ill-worded tweets, but simply some perspective as someone who has met with the president and whose organization works with his administration daily.
"The president loves this country, believes in the goodness of this country, and defends this country when others attack it. His tweets and follow-on comments were unacceptable, but let’s also be honest enough to recognize the destructive and divisive nature of the rhetoric of the members of Congress in question.
"I can understand why Americans are tired of the growing chorus of anti-American sentiment from “The Squad.” We all can certainly have honest disagreements with how the country is being run—that’s one of the wonderful features of the American system—but to regularly trash it, its people, and those who protect it is another thing entirely.
"I have found their rhetoric to be hateful, destructive, and dangerous. I will continue to expose their hypocrisy. What I will not do is join them in their ad hominem attacks as we debate policy.
"As a woman and as a black person who lived through segregation, I know from personal experience about some of our nation’s shortcomings.
"Despite these challenges, America was founded on a set of principles that have allowed us to rectify our wrongs, and in the process, build a freer and more prosperous nation where anyone has the opportunity to succeed.
"One thing this whole incident can provide is the opportunity for discussion, education, and some level of understanding among the races about where insults like this and others originated, how they have been historically used to taunt and jeer, and why they still cause pain today.
"I don’t think the president meant to tap into that pain, but he did. " . . .

Ayanna Presley Threatened Detention Facilities: If You Don’t See The Light, “You Will See The Fire,” Facility Then Attacked By Antifa With Fire Bombs  
"Rep. Ayanna Pressley says this July 2.
"The Tacoma ICE facility was attacked by an anarchist member of Antifa on July 13, quoting the “concentration camp” language of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The man was reportedly throwing Molotov cocktails and trying to set a propane tank connected to the building on fire which could have killed not only the agents inside, but the illegal aliens there as well."

Sickening! Omar Laughs After Being Asked About Violence Against ICE Agents  
. . . " 'Will you condemn Antifa? Do you feel like you have any sort of responsibility for their actions?" Bexte asked Omar. 
"Omar ignored the questions and never once condemned the far-left group for their violent actions.
" 'Do you feel responsible for a violent attack against an ICE facility?" Bexte asked again.
"Omar again refused to respond, but Bexte didn't give up.
"When Omar climbed into the vehicle and sat down next to Ocasio-Cortez, Bexte directed his question at both lawmakers.
" 'Ms. Cortez, do you feel responsible at all?" he asked. "Will you tell Americans not to be violent anymore? Antifa to be exact."
"After that question, Omar can be seen leaning forward and laughing as Bexte continues to ask both lawmakers if they will condemn Antifa." . . .

American Thinker

I am convinced Donald Trump has not caused this violence and anger from the left, that he has instead revealed it. Recall the vitriol toward George Bush and Republicans by TV shows such as The View, Colbert, and Letterman. TD