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Senator Al Franken: Donald Trump's 'Devalued The Presidency' | The 11th Hour | MSNBC
In a striking interview on MSNBC's "The 11th Hour," Senator Al Franken articulated his concerns about how Donald Trump's presidency has altered public perception of the office. The discussion follows comments made by Trump after James Comey's testimony, which Franken critiqued for their implications on the integrity of the presidential role.
Franken asserted that under Trump's leadership, the presidency has been "devalued," suggesting that the average citizen might believe "anyone now could be president." He referenced the difficult situation of taking President Trump at his word versus the words of former FBI Director Comey, pointing out that even some of Trump's supporters advocate for interpreting his statements not literally but seriously—an indication of the distrust and confusion surrounding his presidency.
One of the more impactful moments in the segment was Franken's observation about the alarming frequency of lies emanating from the current administration, stating, "this guy can’t say anything without lying." He underscored how deeply troubling this is, considering the significant legacy and responsibilities of the presidency.
Franken also proposed that new standards should be established for presidential candidates—suggesting mental health evaluations or a testing process akin to what new citizens experience. He highlighted that the precedent has been set where "the standards are all thrown out the window," advocating for a return to dignity and accountability in the institution.
The conversation encapsulated widespread sentiments of frustration and disbelief regarding the state of U.S. governance and the erosion of institutional respect, raising crucial points about the future of the presidency and what qualifications might be essential moving forward.
What are your thoughts on Franken's remarks? Do you believe that the integrity of the presidency can be restored? Let's discuss!
In a striking interview on MSNBC's "The 11th Hour," Senator Al Franken articulated his concerns about how Donald Trump's presidency has altered public perception of the office. The discussion follows comments made by Trump after James Comey's testimony, which Franken critiqued for their implications on the integrity of the presidential role.
Franken asserted that under Trump's leadership, the presidency has been "devalued," suggesting that the average citizen might believe "anyone now could be president." He referenced the difficult situation of taking President Trump at his word versus the words of former FBI Director Comey, pointing out that even some of Trump's supporters advocate for interpreting his statements not literally but seriously—an indication of the distrust and confusion surrounding his presidency.
One of the more impactful moments in the segment was Franken's observation about the alarming frequency of lies emanating from the current administration, stating, "this guy can’t say anything without lying." He underscored how deeply troubling this is, considering the significant legacy and responsibilities of the presidency.
Franken also proposed that new standards should be established for presidential candidates—suggesting mental health evaluations or a testing process akin to what new citizens experience. He highlighted that the precedent has been set where "the standards are all thrown out the window," advocating for a return to dignity and accountability in the institution.
The conversation encapsulated widespread sentiments of frustration and disbelief regarding the state of U.S. governance and the erosion of institutional respect, raising crucial points about the future of the presidency and what qualifications might be essential moving forward.
What are your thoughts on Franken's remarks? Do you believe that the integrity of the presidency can be restored? Let's discuss!
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