John Avlon was correct about “the stakes of the 2024 election were so high for our country and community” [“Frustrated? Here Are Three Things You Can Do,” Viewpoint, Opinion, July 3].
The voters in that election cycle rejected “chaos and corruption, the assault on democracy and the rule of law” that was perpetrated by both the Obama and Biden administrations. They weaponized the intelligence agencies, the Justice Department and the FBI to go after their political opponents. There is the real threat to democracy.
In President Donald Trump’s first seven months in office, we have witnessed gasoline prices dropping, inflation coming down, NATO members increasing defense spending, the Iranian nuclear program obliterated, a cease-fire between India and Pakistan, the largest blue collar wage growth in 60 years, our border closed to illegal immigration, Army and Navy recruitment goals being met, and men barred from women’s sports. Doesn’t sound like a “power grab presidency” to me.
I should note Mr. Avlon’s concern regarding the budget deficit and the national debt. He may be the only Democrat concerned with these issues. That’s a big problem.
John Hovekamp
Sag Harbor
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