Who Let the Kids into the Chambers?

There are many times I find myself wondering if Democrats really behave like children as much as I think. I want badly to believe the answer is no. This simply can't be. They just disagree, right? Yet, their antics seem to confirm time and time again for me that they are actually just like children.

Remember Maxine Waters during Trump's first term out there chanting, "Impeach 45," like a schoolgirl denied her playtime, wanting to bring down the "evil teacher" who took it away? And what about Schumer going out recently trying to rally the crowd chanting, "We will win! We will win!" clearly oblivious to the reality that his team already had their shot, and they lost the game in a literal shellacking.

The Democrats just aren't getting the memo. Their playbook failed, yet they're still clinging to it like it's a guaranteed winning strategy.

Then we have the president's speech to the joint sessions of Congress. It was like watching a bunch of pouty, spoiled brats being defiant simply because they aren't getting their way. They wouldn't clap or stand for anything, not even for the families of slain victims or a little boy with a brain tumor being honorarily accepted into the Secret Service to fulfill a lifelong dream.

And what was with their corny circular signs on sticks that read, "Save Medicaid," as if Trump has done anything to take down Medicaid, or the words "False," and "Musk steals," or whatever other corny message they held up while moaning and groaning and shifting uncomfortably in their seats—seemingly being pelted by taser darts as Trump stood at the podium talking about American greatness, power to the people, and the Golden Age of America. He spoke directly to the American people on the issues they elected him to the White House to address, reaffirming law and order, common sense principles, and values, and it was literally driving them bonkers.

"No, no, no! This goes against everything we stand for. America is a horrible, hateful country! How dare you speak of it in such grand terms!"

The funny thing is this was a coordinated effort. It took time to plan. They must have held a special meeting to discuss their intended actions, and someone, of course, had to coordinate having those signs printed.

Why not spend their time figuring out why they lost the election and understanding why Trump is so popular? Or better yet why not start actually listening to the American people?

I mean, is it a stretch anymore to suggest that Democrats have no other purpose, and no other interest except to oppose Trump? That's their entire platform literally reduced down to one sentence. Do they really believe this behavior will win over the hearts and minds of the people they need to elect them? Those signs and their attitudes were essentially the same as waving a middle finger in the air at the American people at large.

It's absolutely gating to them to see unity. It's grating to them to hear the country being talked about in terms of strength and common sense. "My God," they seem to be saying in shocked incredulity. "Is he actually talking about one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all?"

Because that's just not the world the Democrats want. They want everything to hurt. They want everyone to hate each other. They want suffering and pain to be felt economically and socially, and they want everyone to be a victim of something. Moreover, they want everyone to hate the core values of our founding fathers, because only through that kind of hatred can you fundamentally change what America is.

They've lost this fight, and their opportunity is slipping away, and they simply can't handle it. Just like children, they are having a temper tantrum and putting it on full display for everyone to see. I think most people are seeing the same thing I am seeing: their childlike behavior and how ridiculous it looks to anyone really paying attention.

It's not a winning strategy for them, and frankly, it's not a winning strategy for America either. Luckily, they are in the minority, and so long as they continue to act this way, ignoring the will of The People, and defying common sense, in the minority they shall remain, and probably in a growing way.

The jig is up, kids.

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Trumps Tough Love vs. Zelenskyy's Reality Check

Some might call the breakdown in talks between Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Donald Trump, which unfolded live in front of cameras in the Oval Office on Friday, a fallout. However, I see it as a demonstration of strength from the United States, which has provided billions of dollars to the war-torn country. This support has, no doubt, enabled Zelenskyy to mount a stronger defense against Russia, a feat that would have been impossible to accomplish without outside help.

Vice President J.D. Vance was right to point out to Zelenskyy that he ought to be thankful, which President Trump reiterated.

"You wouldn't have lasted two weeks," Trump blasted at Zelenskyy, referring to the potential outcome had Zelenskyy been left to his own devices after Russia's invasion. And I think he's right about that, and while some might suggest its callous to say that out loud, his comment underscores the reality that Ukraine needs the United States badly to end this conflict. It put his other statement to Zelenskyy right in line as well, that he doesn't have the cards. He's got to be willing to compromise and can't hold the illusion that he holds an advantage in peace talks with Russia because he has the backing of the United States.

"I don't want advantage. I want peace," Trump said.

The takeaway from the exchange, granted, will largely depend on one's political stance. The left will undoubtedly criticize this as a terrible and embarrassing act by a sitting president, berating another country's leader in front of the world. However, it's clear to me, and should be clear to anyone honestly taking a step back, that Zelenskyy was trying to play out his defense in the public eye and garner support from the American media, as the vice president suggested.

Watch Zelenskyy's body language throughout the entire meeting, which started off rather benign. You could see it from the minute the meeting began, and you didn't have to be a body language expert to see it. He was agitated, uncomfortably playing with his hands, shifting his body, raising his eyebrows, quivering his upper lip, and at one point folded his arms. In the end, his entire attitude was nothing less than very disrespectful.

It was commendable to acknowledge and defend his troops' courage, and to praise their strength and resolve, and I applaud that. Any leader would be wise to stand firmly in support of their country and its people. However, it is another matter to deny certain facts or try to paint a picture that differs from reality, especially in the very place where you need our help and support to achieve your goal.

And what did he ultimately gain? Nothing at all. The deal was cancelled, and Zelenskyy was essentially sent packing until he can demonstrate a genuine commitment to achieving peace.

Look, I understand Zelenskyy's argument. He didn't start the war—Russia did. But in the end who started it doesn't matter. The war continues to rage on, and if he truly wants it to end, given that Russia clearly has the upper hand here, Zelenskyy will need to swallow his pride and accept even some uncomfortable terms.

He also needs to accept, even if not publicly, that his lasting power against a much stronger military is largely due to the support he's gotten from other countries and especially consider the importance of our support over other nations like the UK and France. 

America is a world superpower, and one would be wise to not deny the significance of that reality or risk abandoning it as a force for achieving peace. 

Ultimately, what Trump did here was to effectively win the argument and, quite frankly, put Zelenskyy in his place. I don't say this to be arrogant. This isn't to diminish Zelenskyy or the people of Ukraine. But when Zelenskyy tries to play a hand he clearly doesn't have, it defeats his purpose. If Zelenskyy truly wants the war to end, he's going to have to face reality and realize that the only reason he's held on for as long as he has is because he's had a posse behind him to throw a few extra punches.

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