Thoughts on the Trump attack, and the Israel attack

Expect no sorrow from Democrats in politics and the liberal media; expect no more than a cold, forced "we do not condone" such as Maxine Waters gave after the brutal near-murder in her district of truck driver Reginald Denny during the Rodney King riots. TD

Citing attack on Trump, Netanyahu demands crackdown on what he says is incitement by his opponents - Jewish Telegraphic Agency (jta.org) . . ."At the meeting, Netanyahu screened 90 seconds of protest leaders speaking at the rallies that have dogged him since his return to office in December 2022. Protests at first targeted Netanyahu’s proposed reforms of the judiciary and then, after Hamas’ deadly invasion on Oct.7, turned to his failure to prevent the attack and so far to secure the release of the hostages taken captive by Hamas.

"Some speakers in the video said they wished for Netanyahu’s execution while others engaged in rhetoric typical of Israel’s political ferment, including accusing Netanyahu as being as damaging to Israel as its enemies — a gambit that Netanyahu has deployed for decades, including in the most recent election." . . .

 Howard J. Warner - American Thinker 

This is a real worry that our government is run by such mediocrities.  Can anyone doubt this after the Afghanistan withdrawal, the misstatements about Ukraine prior to the war, the failing economy, the encouragement of illegal aliens to cross our borders, and the misuse of our judicial system. 

 "As of this writing the Secret Service has confirmed that a possible assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has resulted in an injury to him, a killing of an attendee to the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, and the injuring of two others. 

"What has happened to our country and the world?  After three and one-half years of abysmal leadership in Washington, D.C., why should we expect anything else?

"The protective detail of the Secret Service acted admirably, but it was not a flawless operation as the outer perimeter of the event was not adequately patrolled and secured. 

"This is a failure and must be examined.  Clearly, sharpshooter agents did neutralize the shooter, but it is now reported that bystanders noticed the person on an elevated location (likely a rooftop of a business) with a gun and told police before the attack began, warnings that were apparently ignored. 

"In time, we will find out whether this is true, but for now the investigation must begin.  One cannot help but question the quality of the Secret Service leadership and detail leadership.  But then this is one more mediocrity of the Biden administration.

"Donald Trump’s instincts were to thank the Secret Service and express concern for those killed and injured at his rally.  As the protective detail was ushering Trump off the stage, he let the crowd know he was O.K., and encouraged them. 

"The man demonstrated determination and strength that our nation needs in a leader.  Trump had the presence of mind to get down once he felt the bullet hit his ear.  The bullet moves faster than the sound so time is essential as the next bullets would come quickly." . . .

Media RIPPED for downplaying Trump assassination attempt: 'Absolute stupidity'   Martha Raddatz: "Let's Remember January 6th" | Video | RealClearPolitics

First Episode of 'The View' After Trump Assassination Attempt Was Something Else (townhall.com)

. . ."The phony echoing of Biden's phony call for unity — which came from the Oval Office just days after the president said it was time to put Trump "in the bullseye" — is right on-brand for the ladies of "The View." They just can't help themselves. It's likely the same reason that MSNBC and NBC News brass decided to avoid airing "Morning Joe" on Monday." . . .