Watched Henry Louis Gates Jr.'s program "Finding Your Roots" yesterday. Three politicians: Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, Senator Marco Rubio and former House Speaker Paul Ryan were the guests. All three came from immigrant families even though they knew little about their immigrant ancestors. Gabbard, being a Democrat, obviously has been outspoken about anti-immigrant rhetoric from Trump. The two Republicans have been much quieter on the subject.
At the end of the program, I think both Rubio and Ryan were touched by the stories of their ancestors' hardships in coming to America. I think it was Rubio who summed it up by saying that people will do anything to get to a place where their family will have a chance for a better life. He said that we are a country of go-gettors. Well said, Senator. I hope they will keep those things they learned in the program in mind next time when they are confronted about a political decision involving immigrants.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
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I am not as optimistic as you are regarding Rubio and Ryan. I thought it was interesting to see Ryan's reaction to his ancestor walking 50 miles. I think both men show that even though they understand the circumstances their relatives went through that they have a firm belief in their values. It's understandable since their relatives worked hard to provide for their families and gave their future generations a better life. It's a core value belief by conservatives. I just don't see them as empathetic to others.
ReplyDeleteSurprised you didn't wait until after POTUS had his press conference. Do you think the Democrats are surprised that he decided to declare an emergency? This looks like it's a calculated move on both sides. So POTUS has decided to make this his legacy. I guess time will tell if this was the correct thing to die on the hill for. This also sets a precedence in using the emergency route. Pelosi hinted that since he is using this, the next Democratic president may declare an emergency on gun violence.
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