2020 is around the corner and it’s almost time for another presidential election. President Trump’s accomplishments are remarkable for being in office for so little time and considering all the obstruction from the left, mainstream media and the new world order. This commentary is not about 45’s accomplishments but rather about how many Americans truly support him.
Many professionals, including some doctors and lawyers, will still not publicly claim to support Trump, in fear of repercussions and job security. I know of rabbis and pastors who in large numbers support Trump, however, remain in the closet since they do not want to lose support and tithings from the left. I know of publishers and editors who pretend to be liberals but are conservative in fear of losing readership and advertisers. I even know left-wing politicians and hipsters that want to make America great again.
What I find truly ironic since becoming a conservative and Trump supporter is that my fellow right-wingers are shy to unite and bond to our common cause. I know many who are Trump supporters who have left me high and dry to defend myself when I was the lone scapegoat to defend our president. They all stood there like deer in the headlights.
I have a close friend who is Republican who lives in a liberal community with many gay people. Her friends do not know she’s a Trump supporter, and if they did, they would most likely distance themselves. There are many Trumpsters afraid to speak out since the Democrats are still sore about losing an election three years ago and believe only in free speech for the left and bullying and demonizing the right.
There is talk in Hollywood to publicly expose and blacklist all in the film industry who contribute to and support President Trump and print their names for all to see and hope they never work again. This is an invasion of free speech and privacy and looks like McCarthyism.
So, yes, there are still a huge amount of closet Trump supporters who haven’t publicly come out.
The pollsters will tell you Trump’s numbers are down, they also told you Hillary would win by a landslide, the Mueller report would prove collusion and that Jussie Smollett was attacked by right-wing Trump supporters.
Trump could find a cure for cancer and AIDS and the mainstream media and far left would find fault and not acknowledge it in a positive spin.
Don’t believe the pollsters, the new world order or the fake news media. Trump is on his way to another victory and more than likely a landslide this time around.
Trump fills sports arenas for rallies with sellout crowds of 20,000-plus, with people in lines outdoors watching on monitors. While, in contrast, most Dems have a hard time filling a high school auditorium for a rally. In fact, at a recent rally in Iowa, Democratic presidental contender Bill de Blasio had 15 people at a rally. Trump has more people than that standing in line to use the restrooms at his rallies.
You may be surprised that your neighbor, your co-worker or even your liberal unko or auntie may just be on the Trump train.
It’s OK to come out publicly with pride about Trump. Come out of the Donald closet! Trump is winning!
We are the silent majority. Don’t be afraid to show the left and world who you are.
Come election day America will continue on its voyage to be even greater than great again!
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James “Kimo” Rosen is a resident of Kapaa.
once again…the lonely voice of Kauai’s ‘tRump supporter’. Have to wonder what he is gaining from this shameless display…a free MAGA hat?
James, you get the award for best letter of the year at the Garden Island. Thank you! The fact that most Trump supporters aren’t vocal or open about their feelings is because they’re being suppressed by legions of the biggest bullies in the room since McCarthyism. I call these bullies “evil pigs” because their intent and satisfaction is seeing the pain in others as they surround them in restaurants screaming obscenities, their political leaders lying every day many times about a man who is putting America first over the special interests, and their Antifa Army of thugs disrupting entire cities. These evil pigs even applauded in mass at the death of a Conservative leaning billionaire who gave more money to cancer research and hospitals in his lifetime than 99.999 percent of our population. The man didn’t even support Trump and did not donate a Penney to his campaign, but he supported other Republican politicians so he was open season for their bullying, public chastisement, and hateful derangement leveled at this great American. This very Kauai paper has liberal stooges who can not see the truth, have no clue as to what they’re talking about, who are adept at using Google to find the best negative spin they can vomit as fact, and quite frankly must be sore losers in the free enterprise system because of poor choices, unfortunate circumstances, laziness, or their just plain evil intent. Wanting something for nothing is evil in itself! If you want to see something for nothing “free” stuff Clowns just tune into the Democrat Presidential Debates! It’s the latest example of Barnum and Baily Circus Clowns posing as accomplished “Politicians”. Thank God for President Trump! He is the only thing standing in front of miscreants, America haters, losers, Antifa Demonrats, the brainwashing media, and the plain evil permeating souls of the biggest bullies in the room. Democrats/Socialists/Liberals/Progressives, or whichever Societal Cancer Cousin moniker they want to “IDENTIFY” with.
“I am a very stable genius.” You know, Gordon, if I hadn’t known that was uttered by the Narcissist-in-Chief, I might have thought you were responsible for it. After reading another of your ridiculous comments I am inclined to place you in the same pea pod as that occupied by the Liar-in-Chief. But no matter how many times you tell others how right you are and how wrong they are, you still come out looking like a fool — especially given the types of people you worship. That oligarch David Koch — “a Conservative leaning billionaire”? He was no benevolent beacon of light. Calling him a “great” American is akin to calling Hitler a great German.
Here he goes again.
James Rosen (please do not honor yourself with a Hawaiian middle name) is singing the praises of a New York con man a president whose policies and rhetoric have resulted in the deaths of many, and will continue to kill many in the future.
Trump has given white supremacists reason to think it is OK to kill Latinos, people of color, and even Jews. He denies climate change, a stance which will result in more deaths and the loss of homes for tens of thousands of people. He has rolled back environmental regulations which protect us all. Etc, etc, etc.
Everything he does, including daily lies, is designed to enrich himself and those like him.
He is in bed with the fossil fuel industry, the NRA, and the pharmaceutical industry, which profits from policies which keep Americans sick. Notice that he has rolled back regulations which helped to reduce the amount of poisons and climate changing CO2 that the fossil fuel industry profits from. Notice that he does not support taking AK47s and automatic assault weapons out of the hands of the general public. Notice that he is not commented about the Sackler family whose opioids have killed thousands while lining their pockets with billions in profits.
He has you fooled, Mr. Rosen. He will do nothing at all to enrich your life. You are but a peon to him. It is obvious to anyone watching that he cares not at all for the common man. Wise up, or shut up. Please.
If your a Democrat supporters your a part of the problems why America is a mess #DemocratsAreDestroyingAmerica I
remain much bothered by what Hillary has done than by what Trump has said.
Mr Rosen, the only thing I’ll give Trump is that his election shows that people who truly believe in democracy need to get out and vote. Our Constitution must actively be defended. It is under attack by big money not to mention Russian hacking which undoubtedly made a difference in the last election. He still list the popular vote btw. He’s a crook, liar, con artist and just an embarrassment around the world. The man caters to our darkest nature. He’s a symptom of a sickness of apathy Americans have towards democracy. Get out and vote. We have taken our way of life for granted and think Tin horn dictators happen somewhere else. Guess again. Mr Rosen your letter is so full of holes and generalizations that it is not worth refuting them but we live in America and we both have a right to express them , for now.
Here’s your list of supporters….
Shockingly, the liberal left is intolerant!
During 8 years of Obama, we had to keep silent or risk being classified as racist!
Now, we can’t speak publicly about our support for our president without risking job loss or property damage.
Wear a hat supporting Trump and face the consequences.
What sort of liberal reality is that?
Glad to know of one other Trump supporter on the island. God bless you! Let freedom reign! Support Trump!
Comedy!
Lefties mean a progressive, yet inequality outlook on economics gains. A liberal is farther to the right of the line, and don’t view it this way. Interesting part is Trump should be on the left. Which means nobody is getting paid by him. Is he fair? Maybe. He doesn’t fit well on the political line. A real site to see.
There really are a lot of Trump supporters out there. Actually, I can safely say there are a lot of conservatives. I am one of these people. And guess what? I’m a woman, I’m not white, and from the west side. Surprised? Liberals love to blast us conservatives, sometimes violently, like a scare tactic. I’d almost say it’s borderline terrorism, to keep us conservative mouths shut and in fear of expressing our true beliefs. What happened to tolerance and aloha, regardless of our differences?Thank you, Kimo, for writing this.
Nothing new here. Just the same rationales we seen before. It has the same weight as “Gee, since it’s been raining for two days, it’s gonna have to stop pretty soon” there is no evidenciary backing for any of these statements.
The irony is that the fake news is all coming from a known liar! His claims of a “packed house” were countered by pictures of thousands who came dressed as empty seats!
That’s great! He’s doing such a great job that he has a huge amount of supporters who are afraid/ashamed to voice their support. They must be the same supporters who didn’t show up for the inauguration, but Trump counted anyway. Face it, Trump’s “accomplishments
are few and far between and big boys don’t get to claim the press or unfair treatment because real accomplishments overcome the critics and stand on their own. Trump is a loser and a grifter and lies and cheats his way through the Presidency just like he did in his very unsuccessful “business” career. Wake up and smell the roses! They aren’t in Turmp’s garden!
Right on!!! Went to a rally in Vegas. Standing room only, no fake chair sitters. Peer pressure keeps many from breaking their liberal ties though they are sickened by what the party now stands for. They know they will be chastised if they have an opinion of their own or express any support for our president.
Mr. Rosen, you speak very well of the man who beat the politicians at their own “Shell Game”, I am a Trump supporter, a Trump voter and I am proud to say I will vote for him again. After listening to the debate between the Democrats the other night I wonder how any rational and sensible person can honestly support their platform. The truth is that Donald Trump is doing for this nation what no politician or bureaucrat has had the courage or character to do. Trump for President 2020!
Kimo is desperate for attention again. Trump for Prison 2020.
TRUMP,2020,2024,2028,why Stop here? Keep MAGA!
So finally there is a president who believes in America, and the American people dont want that? Thats absolutely mind blowing. Who began one on one talks with north korea to at least try to create a deal of peace?.Trump. Who is
trying to abolish the murder of millions of innocent human beings before being born every year?Trump. who is trying to bring back jobs to the thousands of people in this country while the uber rich are are short cutting the system and enslaving poorer countries for there bidding? Trump. Who is trying to stop illegal immigration into the country that leads into billions of dollars of tax payers money that could be spent on our countries welfare in anyway possible?Trump. The truth is dirty. but the truth is truth.
Whatever, he is human. let the guy golf. but when he gets down to business he has always put america first. And when it comes to the near future democrat and republican debates. Any democrat who shows up will not be near close to what trump has pursued and trump will use that as leverage beyond measure.
No it’s NOT ok to be proud of someone like trump. Perhaps if you had reason to, you could but you don’t, and claiming to be proud of trump is an admission that you condone his greed and share his racist and misogynistic views. trump represents everything that is wrong with this country. He clearly has no place in Hawaii and fails to represent the Aloha spirit that we endeavor to uphold and teach our keiki. Maybe you trump supporters should take a few words of advice from trump himself and go back to where you came from if you don’t like it here.
Wow!! Intolerance and name calling, that’s real aloha! He has done more for our economy is three years that Obama did in eight and he’s donates all his salary to charities that need it. Too bad that is not recognized.
He’s a crook, a cheat, a racist, a religious bigot, has an immoral marital , and is a serial molester of women! It’s a good thing that all of that has been recognized!
HATERS. (libtards)
Their HATE is a manifestation of their anger and frustration and probably a lot of embarrassment.
They are angry that an arrogant white, non politician, billionaire came along and said, “I’m gonna beat you all and I’m gonna make America great again”.
They all laughed and ridiculed him. Opponents from his own party laughed at him. He buried all of those opponents in the 2016 presidential primary election. That explains why many of them, from his own party are still, today licking their wounds and cringing at the sting, and still can’t seem to get that taste of egg off their faces.
The anger of the opposite party is carved a lot deeper. Lead by former leaders, and the primary source of their campaign funding, side tracked by lop-sided fabricated polls, and perpetuated by the lop-sided media, their rhetoric and stereotyping of a brilliant businessman obviously back fired on them.
Well, it’s going to happen again. And this time, i hope they really do leave the country
Pathetic! Ignorance! .
Supporting “The Liar-in-chief” is your right.
It’s not true that nothing Trump can do would receive praise by the Democrat party, the first time they praised him was when he took some military action in I believe it was Syria. The democrat party is a party of extreme War Hawks who never saw a war they didn’t love and want to support no matter how evil. If Trump lobs any bombs on innocent civilians, they democrat party voters glow in adulation.
It’s the Democratic Party. That’s the name we chose so please use it. Not to, is just petty disrespect.
Can you really say Trump isn’t actively trying to destroy the environment in favor of multi-national corporate profit? Can you really say Trump hasn’t put us in financial jeopardy by increasing the deficit so billionaires and multi-national corporations can pay little of no tax? Can you say Trump is inclusive of all Americans? Can you really believe Trump doesn’t constantly lie about everything? He’s pro gun, pro giving untold money to Isreal, anti choice, etc. The administration is a complete mess. Cabinet positions go empty. Our standing around the world is in shambles. His tariff policies gut our farmers and cost us money. Mexico is not paying for his wall, we are. Money from important military budgets is being diverted. He doesn’t care a hoot about you or anyone else other than himself. You just don’t want to recognize a con man when you see one because he allows you to be the horrible human being you really are but have hidden for fear of reprisal. Now, you can freely espouse your hate mongering. Congrats.
Laughable James! Sure hope you changed your dogs name from ‘Obama’ now that your leader has attempted to and/or has already dismantled all the good Obama did for the environment, and the Country!
And, lest you don’t forget that as of Aug. 5, 2019: “In 928 days, President Trump has made
12,019 false or misleading claims”. Yep, certainly someone to worship > said nobody with a grain of common sense, and integrity! SMH at how many of you are under his spell. Wake up people, he’s got your all lulled into believing his nonsense. Trump is all about Trump, his wallet, and his ego, nothing more. You need to read facts from the FACT check sites, and stop relying on Trumps Twitter account as your news source!
“Kimo,” your SHOULD be embarrassed. That’s your conscience speaking to you, and all of you out there trying to make yourselves look like victims. You won’t be crying about protesters in the streets when you can’t sound off in your local paper anymore because Trump’s followed his mentor (Putin) in silencing (disappearing, defenestrating, you name it) journalists and pulling permits from media outlets who disagree with him. He’s revoked the credentials of reporters who cover him and incited death threats to others. Are you really ready to sacrifice the integrity of your vote to a man who cooked up phony voter fraud, looks the other way so Putin can help him again and may not concede the next election if he loses? You’d better read some history since your leader doesn’t–the real victim here is democracy.
LTEreader, you do know that those who have an ounce of common sense view your posts as immature, senseless, pap, right? The only thing Obummer did for the environment was keep the American taxpayer from billions of their hard earned dollars by transferring it in payment for the mirage of the environmental cleanup of OTHER Countries. He signed authorization that allowed the biggest polluters, China, India, and Russia to get a free pass from spending a dime of their own money to clean up anything! In fact, under the Obama sanctioned environmental agreements these pollution belching Countries could even continue building massive amounts of coal generation plants, while at the same time we were “fining/arresting” our citizens for the horrible infraction of using straws! Obama should have read “The Art of the Deal”! You are so ill-informed and subject to believe liars and thieves, you’re slowly morphing into one of them.
Not a single thing in this paragraph is true!
James, you don’t deserve to use “Kimo”. Please list the lair in chief’s great accomplishments. Other than most days golfing, most untruths told, most hate and dissent spread, most mental illness displayed what has he done?? Oh, he has pulled the wool over his supporters eyes.
Cry me a river, all you “Kimos” out there—let me pull out my thimble-sized violin. What the Orange outrage-machine has done to this country deserves nothing less than counter-outrage on the part of concerned citizens everywhere—yes, whatever it takes. Else, as the maxim goes, that’s all it’ll take (good men doing nothing) for the Trump cancer to pervade democratic institutions to the extent it will take generations to fix. Ask the people who failed to speak up in post Weimar Germany, ask those in early 2000’s Russia who failed to stop the kleptocrat Putin from turning their nascent democracy into a corrupt fiefdom, ask Hungary how a Viktor Orban (Trump sycophant) can shut down universities and silence dissent, or ask the Polish Trump Wannabe how he can neuter the country’s Judiciary by stacking it with confederates, much as Moscow Mitch has done for Trump (see Merrick Garland v Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, & countless inept federal judges). Oh, you think it can’t happen here? …Well I’ll just bet you’re the same ones willing to roll the dice on climate.
James and his supporters would merely be laughable buffoons if their ignorance were not such a dangerously existential threat to our nation. This is not about mere politics, it is about truth and they have been conned by a nonstop liar and should know better.
Yo’ Gordy…let me teach you how to use the internet to educate yourself. Go to your fav. search engine, type in > What did Obama do for the Environment. There are plenty of reputable websites chock full of facts. You’re welcome!
As for “The Art of the Deal”? Am guessing it doesn’t include details about his SIX bankruptcies, his history of racial housing discrimination, his beauty pageant scandal(s), the dirt on Trump University, his antitrust lawsuit in Atlantic City, his multiple fines for breaking the rules related to his operation of casinos, the undocumented Polish workers he paid peanuts to then threatened them with deportation if they complained, his refusal to pay contractors (he even stiffed some of the attorneys that were defending him with these cases), how he spent more than $55,000 buying his own book Crippled America: How to Make America Great Again, his infidelities, his lies about the Trump Foundation, etc., etc., etc. Yep, worship on Gordon and James! LOL
Trump was outsmarted by Russia, China and now Iran.
When they slash Medicare and SS you will be singing another tune.