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Lawrence: Advisers Held Off Donald Trump's Golfing, But Not His Tweeting | The Last Word | MSNBC
In this episode of "The Last Word" on MSNBC, Lawrence O'Donnell discusses the intriguing situation surrounding former President Donald Trump's golfing habits during a sensitive period following the tragic Parkland school shooting in 2018. O'Donnell reveals that Trump's advisors successfully convinced him to refrain from golfing for two days, suggesting that it would appear unpresidential given the gravity of the situation involving the loss of 17 lives at the school.
However, the episode takes an insightful turn as O'Donnell criticizes Trump's social media behavior during the same period. He points out that while Trump abstained from golf, he couldn't resist posting a series of controversial tweets that many, including respected columnist Thomas Friedman, labeled as "demented" and "very sad." Rather than addressing the tragedy or the issues surrounding gun violence, Trump's tweets focused on claims about the investigation into Russian interference in the American election, diverting attention from the pressing national concerns at hand.
The juxtaposition of Trump's golfing and tweeting highlights a broader narrative: how personal decisions and public statements of a president can reflect their priorities and values during moments of national crisis. O'Donnell reflects on the implications of Trump's language on the presidency itself, arguing that it has significantly lowered the standards of public discourse.
For viewers and fans of political commentary, this episode encapsulates the dichotomies and controversies that defined Trump's presidency, underscoring the importance of leadership during pivotal moments in history.
What are your thoughts on Trump's response during this time? Did his tweets overshadow the significance of the tragedy? Join the discussion below!
In this episode of "The Last Word" on MSNBC, Lawrence O'Donnell discusses the intriguing situation surrounding former President Donald Trump's golfing habits during a sensitive period following the tragic Parkland school shooting in 2018. O'Donnell reveals that Trump's advisors successfully convinced him to refrain from golfing for two days, suggesting that it would appear unpresidential given the gravity of the situation involving the loss of 17 lives at the school.
However, the episode takes an insightful turn as O'Donnell criticizes Trump's social media behavior during the same period. He points out that while Trump abstained from golf, he couldn't resist posting a series of controversial tweets that many, including respected columnist Thomas Friedman, labeled as "demented" and "very sad." Rather than addressing the tragedy or the issues surrounding gun violence, Trump's tweets focused on claims about the investigation into Russian interference in the American election, diverting attention from the pressing national concerns at hand.
The juxtaposition of Trump's golfing and tweeting highlights a broader narrative: how personal decisions and public statements of a president can reflect their priorities and values during moments of national crisis. O'Donnell reflects on the implications of Trump's language on the presidency itself, arguing that it has significantly lowered the standards of public discourse.
For viewers and fans of political commentary, this episode encapsulates the dichotomies and controversies that defined Trump's presidency, underscoring the importance of leadership during pivotal moments in history.
What are your thoughts on Trump's response during this time? Did his tweets overshadow the significance of the tragedy? Join the discussion below!
