The NAACP has spotlighted Trump’s blatant hypocrisy in the wake of recent events.
Wednesday marked a dark chapter in American history as Donald Trump incited a mob of armed supporters to breach the U.S. Capitol while lawmakers were present to certify President-elect Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 election. The Capitol was evacuated, and the situation escalated for hours until the National Guard intervened to restore order. Tragically, four lives were lost during the chaos.
It’s difficult to articulate the horror that unfolded, but the NAACP took to Twitter to underscore Trump’s hypocrisy, tweeting, “And you thought ‘Taking A Knee’ was too much!?” This statement alludes to Colin Kaepernick’s 2016 protest against police brutality, where he chose to kneel during the National Anthem. Kaepernick’s peaceful demonstration drew criticism from many, including Trump, who expressed outrage in 2017, stating, “Wouldn’t you love to see one of these NFL owners, when somebody disrespects our flag, to say, ‘Get that son of a bitch off the field right now. Out! He’s fired.’”
In stark contrast, during the recent Capitol incident, Trump told his supporters, “We love you. You’re very special.” He previously condemned Kaepernick’s actions, saying, “I think it’s a terrible thing… maybe he should find a country that works better for him.” Yet, regarding the riot that threatened the foundation of American democracy, he described it as a reaction to a “sacred landslide election victory” being taken away from “great patriots.”
The question remains: will this be the moment America finally draws a line? With only 13 days left in Trump’s presidency, many are left wondering if the country can endure that much longer under such turmoil. The pressing question is whether those in power will act decisively to end Trump’s reign.
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Summary: The NAACP has called out Trump’s hypocrisy following the Capitol riot, contrasting his harsh criticism of peaceful protests like Kaepernick’s with his supportive comments toward the insurrectionists. As America grapples with the implications of these events, questions arise about the nation’s future and the actions needed to restore order.