Editorial: Trump as the ‘Mad King’

“As Trump plays the role of Mad King in Davos, America stands embarrassed and belittled.”

“To detain anyone in these conditions for the years it might take to finish removal proceedings is brutal; to do so to people who have no criminal history, cooperate with the government, and want only to support themselves and their families is a travesty … (read more)

“I’m learning that I don’t always have to work so hard. Sometimes it’s my turn to receive help.”

“We cannot let the escalation of violence against our citizens become the new normal.”

“Fascism is different in that the goal is not only territorial expansion but also societal homogeneity.”

“We need to take our country back from these maniacs.”

“President Trump is a delusional, emotionally unstable and dangerous man and needs to be removed from office, for the safety and future of our nation, and of the planet.”

“I urge his constituents to contact Sen. Heffernan and demand that he stand up for all of us!”

Problems beset our nation, but at least there’s still football.

“By being prepared, Vermonters can hopefully avoid the worst of ICE’s tendency to use excessive force in what are often illegal ways, while offering support to a valued part of our communities.”

“Donald Trump does not ‘disagree’ with his opponents. In his pursuit of absolute power, he attempts to destroy anyone who stands in his way.”

“By serving on committees, taking part in discussions, volunteering our time and resources, attending public gatherings and sharing with our neighbors, we are all becoming transparent to the ground of being.”

“We set off for our day of fishing. The intent is to replace each beer in the cooler with a trout.”

“I am appalled and shocked that our Vermont pro-Palestinian groups are filing an ethics complaint and calling for the resignations against the five Vermont legislators who traveled to Israel on a much-needed fact finding mission.”

“I have just watched the video that records the shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota. What a sickening sight.”