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Jasmine Crockett Condemns Trump's 'Punishable by Death' Post and GOP Inaction

Forbes Breaking NewsDecember 7, 202550 min257,935 views
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Criticism of Trump's 'Punishable by Death' Post

  • 🚨 Rep. Jasmine Crockett expresses disbelief that such rhetoric is acceptable in the United States, emphasizing the gravity of a sitting US president calling for the death of elected officials.
  • ⚠️ She contrasts the lack of Republican condemnation with the swift denouncement of political violence by Democrats in other instances, highlighting a perceived double standard.
  • βš–οΈ Crockett criticizes the ongoing lowering of standards in political discourse and leadership, feeling that the nation is currently in a state of "hell."

Concerns Over White Supremacy and Historical Revisionism

  • 🚩 Crockett links Trump's rhetoric to a broader pattern of appeasing white supremacists, citing the reclassification of swastikas and nooses as "not that bad."
  • ✊ She connects this to historical events like Charlottesville and the January 6th insurrection, where neo-Nazis and white supremacist groups were involved.
  • πŸ—£οΈ She asserts that Trump emboldens hate and encourages the removal of hoods, directly linking him to the production of violence.

Scrutiny of Epstein Investigations and Political Tactics

  • πŸ“§ Crockett questions the focus on Stacy Abrams' text messages with Jeffrey Epstein, arguing there was no ethical violation and contrasting it with the lack of investigation into Trump's dealings.
  • πŸ›οΈ She criticizes the use of "privilege motions" as a distraction tactic, noting that a similar motion against a Republican for domestic allegations was sent to ethics without debate.
  • πŸ’° Crockett points out that Republicans are more concerned with minor issues like text messages than with significant allegations against their own members or the President.

Senate Run Decision and Political Strategy

  • πŸ—³οΈ Crockett is considering a run for the US Senate, emphasizing that the decision is data-driven and focused on flipping the Senate to achieve policy goals like voting rights and reproductive access.
  • πŸ“ˆ She plans to support whichever candidate has the best chance to win, even if it's not her, highlighting the strategic importance of Texas in national elections.
  • 🎯 She believes flipping Texas is crucial for changing the Senate landscape and impacting national policy, noting Trump's narrow victory in the state previously.

Maintaining Peace and Encouragement

  • πŸ™ Crockett finds strength in her faith and the belief that her position is divinely ordained, especially given her background.
  • πŸ›‘οΈ She prioritizes protecting her staff from the hate they encounter, feeling a strong sense of responsibility for their well-being.
  • 🌟 Moments of connection with constituents, like a young girl inspired to become an attorney, and notes from flight attendants, reaffirm her purpose and provide encouragement outside the "bubble of DC."
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