Has the GOP been hijacked by racists and lunatics, or has this election cycle simply brought the truth behind the party to light?

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:22:41 -0400

I can seem to get through a single day without hearing Trump say something so racist I want to punch myself in the face. Now the party leadership is asking all Republicans to get behind him, and he appears to be emboldened by this to the point of attacking a Federal Judge.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 1:23 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:23:54 -0400

Yes

Response by SSG Pete Fleming made Jun 3 at 2016 1:27 PM

SSG Pete Fleming — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:27:03 -0400

This is just crap. The Republican party is not racist...

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Jun 3 at 2016 1:27 PM

CPT Jack Durish — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:27:40 -0400

I love these questions. Damned regardless of how you answer. What people don't realize when they ask them is that they're belying their own prejudice

Response by 1SG Dennis Hicks made Jun 3 at 2016 1:31 PM

1SG Dennis Hicks — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:31:58 -0400

While trump is somewhat of an asshole, in this case just what we need after the past 7 plus years failure and decades of business as usual in the viper pit. The more the folks that protest about trump , the more we see the real problem, the folks protesting about Trumps racism and violence are the actual racist and violent offenders. Just goes to show that projection is alive and well with the filth in this country. Come January a great many of the FSA and safe space commandos will be very butt hurt which is a very good thing.

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 1:35 PM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:35:44 -0400

It has been hijacked.

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Jun 3 at 2016 1:37 PM

SGM Erik Marquez — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:37:41 -0400

Would you cite the verbial passage you find racist and link us to it being said so we can judge conext

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Jun 3 at 2016 1:40 PM

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:40:55 -0400

Most Definitely Yes.

Response by SPC Corbin Sayi made Jun 3 at 2016 1:42 PM

SPC Corbin Sayi — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:42:05 -0400

More clickbait propaganda garbage. Some facts would be refreshing.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 1:46 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:46:01 -0400

So the fact that the law firm suing Trump paid the Clintons over 600k for speeches is likely irrelevant, as is the fact that Gonzalo Curiel is a proponent of illegal immigration (appointed by the Obama admin), and the fact the media in general hates Trump.

There is no way there is an undue bias here.

On the flip, Trump has no filter... at all. That can be good, when not bowing to the media, that can be horrible when talking to world leaders.

Does it make him a racist? Nope.

Response by Cpl Mark A. Morris made Jun 3 at 2016 1:46 PM

Cpl Mark A. Morris — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:46:02 -0400

Excellent question.

After years and years of illegal alien invasion, the State Department's desire to flood America with Islam, debt, the NAFTA, GATT, soon the TPP treaties, and endless war, I guess all those unwashed Americans are the haters.

Divide and conquer is classic. It reminds me of the frog in the water that slowly has it's temperature risen. I bet we are at boil.

Kind Regards,

Mark A. Morris BS, RDMS, RVT

Response by Col Joseph Lenertz made Jun 3 at 2016 1:49 PM

Col Joseph Lenertz — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:49:45 -0400

He attacked a Federal Judge? Any context? Is he being charged with simple assault and battery, or was it aggravated? Are all name-callers DEMs, or is it all DEMs are name callers? Finally, did your flaming turd-bag on the RP doorstep get the response you'd hoped for?

Response by Maj John Bell made Jun 3 at 2016 1:50 PM

Maj John Bell — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:50:56 -0400

I reject the premise of your question. It is not a serious question attempting to spur intelligent discussion.

Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 1:53 PM

TSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:53:41 -0400

Not necessarily, but Trump has given a voice to those extreme bigots who previously hid blissfully in their own ignorance.

Since the republican party shifted its platforms, there has always been a hint of sexism, racism, classism, homophobia, and xenophobia to many of their agendas, but most of those where veiled, sometimes not so thinly.

His attacks on the Judge are completely unprofessional for someone in any position let alone someone who is running for President. Trumps ego is extremely fragile and he see any slight against it as grievous and worthy of his "wrath". Honestly its comical

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 1:59 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 13:59:04 -0400

LMAO..yup...all racists, sexists, bigots, homophobes here etc etc...give me a break. Just trying to shut down opposing speech.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 2:08 PM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:08:01 -0400

You'll have to forgive my candor, Mr. Mattheisen- Controversial question , so my "answer" can be no less controversial. No-neither the Republican Party, nor the majority of Republican voters are "racists" or "lunatics". My personal assessment is that Mr. Trump is not so much of either, as he is a showman and salesman. The media, infused with the insatiable desire for profit at any cost...is equally non-representative.

What the overwhelming majority of "us" should be viewed as, are working class Americans who always seem to have more bills than money, work for years in careers that "promised" security that appears to becoming more elusive, who are increasingly concerned that our "safety" is at risk, who hold values that appear to be the central "target" of a very loud minority, who are sick and tired of hearing that "we" have some obligation to self-deprecate ourselves for slights that, at best, took place before many of us were even born.

Mr. Trump doesn't "inspire" me, nor garner any great portion of my respect-but after a kangaroo court of a primary, where the "best" the Party could come up with was re-treads of the same empty, pasty, weak-willed tag lines that lost before...at least he's coming out with both guns blazing. It is assumed his "bark" is worse than his "bite", and that's what "we're" counting on.

It's come to that because the opposition isn't Mrs. Clinton or Mr. Sanders, but the people who steal righteous anger they've neither earned nor understand from those who truly have issue-most of whom, are working, paying and serving right alongside us. It's become a "war of words" with people who seem all too ready to surrender every hard-won right they have merely to get a "guaranteed" mediocrity, supported by a host of dangerous, malicious interests that neither represent, nor care about the disenfranchised, displaced, or disavowed.

Long diatribe, for which I apologize, but let's get one thing absolutely, 100% crystal clear-We're not voting for the Party's "savior"...rather, we're choosing the only remaining option that may interrupt the "Progressives'" leadership and give the RNC time to come up with a candidate who has real principles, real experience and for heaven's sake...a backbone...to support them.

Response by SSgt Charles Freeman made Jun 3 at 2016 2:09 PM

SSgt Charles Freeman — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:09:44 -0400

I have some questions. Is it racist, or sexist to expect an able bodied person to work for what they have? Is it racist, or sexist to want to protect your family? Is it racist, or sexist to think the US Government doesn't have to have it's hand in every thing we do? Is it racist, or sexist to believe in God?.............If so, then I'm a Big Ol' Racist Sexist............Some people will say "It's not that simple". Yes it is.

Response by SSG Warren Swan made Jun 3 at 2016 2:10 PM

SSG Warren Swan — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:10:50 -0400

That is false. This is the rag that "published it, but looking it up I haven't found anything to verify this as true. Snopes has an article on it: http://www.snopes.com/donald-trump-africans-lazy-stealing/

Donald Trump: Africans are 'lazy fools only good at eating, lovemaking and thuggery'?

Several African web sites claimed Donald Trump described black people as lazy and prone to crime, but we were unable to find any evidence supporting the rumor.

Response by MCPO Roger Collins made Jun 3 at 2016 2:14 PM

MCPO Roger Collins — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:14:47 -0400

Well, if Odonnel said I it must be true. But, just to be sure let's check with Chris Mathews. (Sarcasm)

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 2:15 PM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:15:43 -0400

There are sitting congressmen/women currently who were at one time or are currently members of the KKK. Racism in politics isn't a new thing. Trump is the figurehead of it right now (deserved or not I don't care that's just where public opinion seems to be) but by no means is this some brand new thing.

Response by SFC Marcus Belt made Jun 3 at 2016 2:19 PM

SFC Marcus Belt — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:19:56 -0400

On some level, Trump is just saying what he thinks will get him elected.

Pay close attention to then-Senator Obama's rhetoric 8 years ago. Politicians have to say what they need to say to get elected, otherwise, NOTHING they say matters.

FWIW, there's no way on this Earth I'll vote for Donald Trump

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 2:22 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:22:04 -0400

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen I believe you have it backwards. What has come more to light is the hate, violence and lunacy on the Left. Mr. Trump’s events have been met by hate filled, profanity laced speech, violence and other criminal activity (vandalism, destruction of property).

Whereas Mr. Trump’s supporters have been nothing but respectful of the rallies of Senator Sanders and Secretary Clinton. They have been understanding, accepting and inclusive in the manner in which they respect Senator Sanders’ and Secretary Clinton’s Right to Free Speech. Not so much the Left who have protested and attempted to disrupt both Senator Sanders and Secretary Clinton.

Bottom line ... you're projecting.

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Jun 3 at 2016 2:43 PM

Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:43:57 -0400

Without a specific stated goal of "racism" or any other "ism" an organization will generally lack that characterization. However, individuals may be attracted to other aspects of that organization for other reasons.

The US Military is NOT inherently Conservative nor Progressive, however it tends to attract individuals of a more Conservative leaning. That doesn't mean it has been "hijacked" by conservatives.

I do my very best not to speak badly about anyone, regardless of my level of dislike. It's one of the reasons I am so silent during this campaign season. I am going to "skirt" that momentarily.

Mr. Trump is not a Republican. He is merely running on the Republican ticket. I say the same thing about Sen. Sanders not being a Democrat (he's an affirmed Independent). They are using the Party Platform because they believe that is the only way they can win.

Mr. Trump is promoting the Trump Brand. He's a showman. A very good one. The reason that he defeated the Republicans is because he wasn't playing their game. Refused to play their game.

He appeals to a select portion of the population on an instinctual level. The reason for this is very simple. Humans are predators and we can sense fear like every other predator. Running for President is the scariest thing that any of the other candidates has ever done. They have invested their entire political careers up to this point in this process, and we can "feel the fear" coming off them. Our Lizard Brain tells us they look like scared little rabbits, ready to run off the stage at any moment.

Mr. Trump does NOT care. He is NOT scared, because he is NOT there to be President. He is there to promote the TRUMP BRAND. He has been very successful doing that, and every week that he continues, the Brand gets stronger.

Furthermore, he is NOT spending his own money. He gets FEDERAL MATCHING funds for this, and he is Campaigning where he was ALREADY GOING TO BE ANYWAYS. He had already spent the money and is essentially getting "refunded" by US for the trip.... He figured out how to scam us out of business trip money.

Response by Col Rebecca Lorraine made Jun 3 at 2016 2:46 PM

Col Rebecca Lorraine — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:46:17 -0400

I look at most of the responses and they are from white men. There is a disparity between gender and race and poverty. You all seem to think saying disparaging things in reference to someone's appearance and ethnicity is okay. It isn't. So hate and deny, but there is a difference. There are hate groups throughout the US. Neo-nazi, white supremacist, etc. it is real and it isn't right. He is the least presidential candidate I have ever seen. It is a reflection of the party. 20% of voters are Hispanic, 13% are Black, and 6 % are Asian. We have many Muslims, Buddhists, Hindu and a 50/50 split of men and women. Who is Trump winning with?

Response by MSgt James Mullis made Jun 3 at 2016 2:47 PM

MSgt James Mullis — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:47:02 -0400

For some reason your question reminds me of the "The Mote and the Beam" parable.

Response by COL Jean (John) F. B. made Jun 3 at 2016 2:53 PM

COL Jean (John) F. B. — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:53:05 -0400

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen Boy, if that is not the pot calling the kettle black... The Democrat Party, as well as the current Administration, exhibit racism on a daily basis and in all they do. The hypocrisy of the Left never ceases to amaze me.

Response by COL Jean (John) F. B. made Jun 3 at 2016 2:56 PM

COL Jean (John) F. B. — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:56:17 -0400

Response by Maj Kevin "Mac" McLaughlin made Jun 3 at 2016 2:57 PM

Maj Kevin "Mac" McLaughlin — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 14:57:23 -0400

No, the sources of information that you apparently read have led you to believe the GOP has been hijacked by racists or lunatics. There are racist lunatics in virtually all organizations... That doesn't necessarily make the organization racist.

Response by SGT Roberto Mendoza-Diaz made Jun 3 at 2016 3:34 PM

SGT Roberto Mendoza-Diaz — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 15:34:29 -0400

Response by SGT Roberto Mendoza-Diaz made Jun 3 at 2016 3:38 PM

SGT Roberto Mendoza-Diaz — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 15:38:16 -0400

http://youtu.be/hwqhoVIh65k

Bill Whittle - Racism - Democrats and Republicans switch sides?

I am in no way affilicated with Bill Whittle but I love this video and the rest of his as well. For more of his videos visit www.pjtv.com Bill Whittle - Tea ...

Response by LTC Marc King made Jun 3 at 2016 3:51 PM

LTC Marc King — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 15:51:41 -0400

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 4:22 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 16:22:14 -0400

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen you've posted a picture, where is the link to the story? or is this an altered headline for dramatic effect?

Response by TSgt Brian Wyngaert made Jun 3 at 2016 4:39 PM

TSgt Brian Wyngaert — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 16:39:01 -0400

The Democratic Party at least Southern Democrats we're responsible for Jim Crow laws. You know separate but equal also the Republican Party was the party that ended slavery

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 4:43 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 16:43:01 -0400

Response by TSgt Kenneth Ellis made Jun 3 at 2016 5:09 PM

TSgt Kenneth Ellis — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 17:09:27 -0400

So you are saying that Democrats were always there. Made up of Racist and Lunatics?

Response by CSM Thomas McGarry made Jun 3 at 2016 5:28 PM

CSM Thomas McGarry — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 17:28:22 -0400

I agree he's not my first choice but he's a sight bit better than the unindicted felon Hillary. Thank God under our government we have a system of checks and balances so know one gets everything they want, still Obama has negated some of this by his broad use of executive acts!

Response by CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 5:32 PM

CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 17:32:53 -0400

He does deploy the racial dogwhistle quite a lot. This is nothing new, however. It's been around for years. Trump just lacks finesse. And it's not just the GOP. By way of comparison, 16% of Trump voters answer "yes" to the question of white racial superiority, whereas among GOP voters as a whole only 10% agree. With Carson (before he dropped out), only 1% agreed. I see it as a manifestation of the GOP Southern Strategy, formulated by Republican strategist Lee Atwater a few decades ago. Here's a quote exemplifying Trump's kind of rhetoric:

"You start out in 1954 by saying, “Nigger, nigger, nigger.” By 1968 you can’t say “nigger”—that hurts you, backfires. So you say stuff like, uh, forced busing, states’ rights, and all that stuff, and you’re getting so abstract. Now, you’re talking about cutting taxes, and all these things you’re talking about are totally economic things and a byproduct of them is, blacks get hurt worse than whites.… “We want to cut this,” is much more abstract than even the busing thing, uh, and a hell of a lot more abstract than “Nigger, nigger.”" ~ Lee Atwater, 1981

Response by SGT Jeremiah B. made Jun 3 at 2016 5:44 PM

SGT Jeremiah B. — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 17:44:53 -0400

Look, I'm one of the most openly Liberal guys here and I think that question needs rephrasing. The GOP is not racist, even if Trump is appealing to the ethnocentric fears of a portion of the party. He isn't the nominee because most Republicans like him, he's the nominee because the GOP screwed up.

But yeah, that cute little dog whistle speech aimed at the judge was racist as hell.

Response by SPC Rory J. Mattheisen made Jun 3 at 2016 5:58 PM

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 17:58:06 -0400

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKwps5fjjCY

Donald Trump rails against judge's 'Mexican heritage'

Donald Trump doubled down on his claim that the judge presiding over the Trump University lawsuit is treating him unfairly because of his "Mexican heritage."

Response by SGT Jerrold Pesz made Jun 3 at 2016 7:14 PM

SGT Jerrold Pesz — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 19:14:09 -0400

Most real racist and just about all lunatics that I have ever been exposed to were democrats. Liberalism and insanity just seem to go together.

Response by SPC Andrew Griffin made Jun 3 at 2016 7:52 PM

SPC Andrew Griffin — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 19:52:47 -0400

I don't believe the Republican Party is filed with racists! I believe they are filled with fine men and women who are honestly and earnestly looking to serve the People! However their Presumptive Nominee is a Racist and a Bigot! He has proven that! Lets be real about it! They are in a rock and a hard place trying to decide whether or not to support him!

Response by SPC Rory J. Mattheisen made Jun 3 at 2016 8:17 PM

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 20:17:45 -0400

There is a third option, the GOP is by in large good people, but for unforeseen reasons, the most extreme of the possible candidates has been able to push out the candidates that more accurately represent the parties values.

Yet none of you came up with that, it is an open question with two possibilities listed. I left it as an open question and didn't make it a survey so all possibilities could be discussed.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 9:33 PM

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 21:33:31 -0400

Maybe and maybe.

Response by MSgt John McGowan made Jun 3 at 2016 9:40 PM

MSgt John McGowan — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 21:40:05 -0400

SPC To me it looks like the Republican party just decided to lay down and let the Democrats run wild. The GOP had the numbers the Democrats the power. They had and i still believe the wrong leadership. and who knows what their agenda is. I feel like the GOP will lose a lot od ground, SCOTUS and the Senate. Lunatics yes, maybe some racists. But will the party recover is my question.

Response by SSG Trevor S. made Jun 3 at 2016 10:17 PM

SSG Trevor S. — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 22:17:05 -0400

File your race card crap in file 13.

Response by MSG Pat Colby made Jun 3 at 2016 10:59 PM

MSG Pat Colby — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 22:59:31 -0400

I would concur with your initial course of action and you really should punch yourself in the face daily.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2016 11:26 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 23:26:42 -0400

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen, Exactly what does Trump say that is racist? I don't believe either party is racist. I haven't heard Clinton, Sanders, or Trump say anything racist. Give me some examples, with references, that you have heard Trump say anything racist. I think you're a Dem and you are making up negatives, like Clinton is doing, against Trump. This circus, of an election for POTUS , gets more insane every day. All it is now is a, she said, he said, cluster F.
It's really comical. We have a female liar, a socialist, and a billionaire showman/candidate, running for the highest office in our land. None of them are fit to be our country's leader. I can't understand why Clintons followers, Bernies followers, or Trumps followers, are following any of them. If I have to, I'll write in my own name before I'll vote Democratic, with these two losers running.
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Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 4 at 2016 3:08 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 03:08:54 -0400

Response by MSgt Wayne Morris made Jun 4 at 2016 9:33 AM

MSgt Wayne Morris — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 09:33:06 -0400

One must remember the left's definition of a "racist" today; a racist to them is anyone who doesn't believe in what they think or speak. I don't like Trump but I do think he is perhaps saying what many think about the state of the nation and politics today. As far as the other leading candidate, I think her history and lack of credibility speaks for itself. I have to come to believe over the years the only thing worse than a career politician is a child molester but they are catching up fast.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 4 at 2016 11:33 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 11:33:01 -0400

It's just too hard to decide.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 4 at 2016 11:42 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 11:42:53 -0400

Once you guys have finished answering this post, I have a somewhat similar question, and it needs addressed soon: Is the Democratic Party's voter base made up of people who are actively trying to destroy our traditional American values, or are they so hyper-partisan that they will always support the Democrat nominee and platform for any election, no matter how disgraceful that individual or how insane that platform might be?

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 4 at 2016 12:34 PM

Cpl Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 12:34:55 -0400

You have a personal and political bias that will not be quailed. It doesn't matter what is said by the opposition, you will still look for any negative story/narrative/editorial that fits into your world view. All you need to do now is accept that and stop being angry that there are people out there who don't think like you.

Response by A1C Charles D Wilson made Jun 4 at 2016 12:53 PM

A1C Charles D Wilson — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 12:53:24 -0400

Media has gone AWOL as of the past few years. Seems they take everything out of context to pull viewers and sales in. Just me but they are run by the government right? FCC and what can or can not be said is now controlled by the government. smh Ohh well We are all Red..White and Blue!!! USA of one all lives matter..to me anyway.

Chuck D

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 4 at 2016 1:12 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 13:12:55 -0400

What do you see related to the political party that makes you think so ??

Response by GySgt Donald Brewer made Jun 4 at 2016 6:09 PM

GySgt Donald Brewer — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 18:09:22 -0400

The Republicans delivered this nation from racism and forced Democrats (formerly Dixiecrats) to disguise their entire racist platform ever since the 1960s. Senator Robert Byrd, a former leader of the KKK who was also the longest serving Senate leader in the Democratic Party was once praised by Killary as the "heart and soul" of America. Calling Republicans racist is a tired, worn out tactic by Democrats when they are either running scared or have absolutely no answer as to why large numbers of ordinary citizens and voters across party lines respond so favorably to common sense.

Response by SGT Michael Kiumbe Reynolds made Jun 4 at 2016 6:22 PM

SGT Michael Kiumbe Reynolds — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 18:22:42 -0400

trump has belittled everyone who is not him! Women, Minorities, VETERANS, POWs----shall I Continue?

Response by PO1 Jack Howell made Jun 4 at 2016 10:43 PM

PO1 Jack Howell — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 22:43:26 -0400

The answer is no to both questions. 'Bringing the truth behind the party to light' is a bad statement to make. Both parties have done some dirty things throughout their history. The problem is that politicians at every level of government (past and present) chose not to heed the warning that George Washington gave in his farewell address. He warned of the divisiveness that would come with political parties. He's rolling over in his grave right now and saying "I told you so" because of the mess that we have right now.

Response by PO3 Robert Primm made Jun 5 at 2016 2:10 AM

PO3 Robert Primm — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 02:10:39 -0400

You're a racist!

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 5 at 2016 8:26 AM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 08:26:23 -0400

The Republican Party isn't racist but it has attracted racist people for years. Trump is racist and he attracts people like him--not everyone who voted for him is racist but most of his supporters are.

Response by A1C Kenneth Crocker made Jun 5 at 2016 10:07 AM

A1C Kenneth Crocker — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 10:07:42 -0400

What has he said that was racist specifically

Response by TSgt Jennifer Disch made Jun 5 at 2016 10:56 AM

TSgt Jennifer Disch — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 10:56:50 -0400

Since President Obama took office it showed prejudice is still an issue in this country.

Response by SPC Tanya Cummings Boozer made Jun 5 at 2016 7:32 PM

SPC Tanya Cummings Boozer — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 19:32:30 -0400

SPC Rory J. Mattheisen Why don't you edit your original post to include the video so everyone can see and hear what you are referring to?

Response by SPC Tanya Cummings Boozer made Jun 5 at 2016 7:36 PM

SPC Tanya Cummings Boozer — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 19:36:22 -0400

Why is it every time one of the two major political parties is mentioned people have to drag in the other one to prove that the one mentioned is not as bad? Of when one candidate is mentioned they compare that one to one of the "more evil" candidates?
Why can the discussion not be about the original topic mentioned?
The topic here is NOT about the Democratic party, Hillary Clinton, or anyone else, it is about the Republican party and what they are allowing and Donald Trump.
It would be nice if people could stay on topic, stop attacking the facts presented, and stop attacking one another.

Response by LTC Donell Kelly made Jun 5 at 2016 8:32 PM

LTC Donell Kelly — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 20:32:06 -0400

I honestly don't know. The Republican Party that I remember from young to middle adulthood, had thoughtful, caring leaders that included social justice, women's & public health planks in their official party's policies and in their agendas. I did not then believe for a minute that racism was at the bottom of their souls. Now, I don't know if it's racism or if it's purely financial supremacy, but the two things, absolutely go hand in hand. You can't have financial supremacy without racism, exclusion, limiting access to voting, limiting/downgrading access to education. It's a very large, very black and ugly ball of twisted twine that must be undone. Until that happens, the Republican party has little to NO common ground with "the Party of Lincoln."

Response by SMSgt Keith Klug made Jun 6 at 2016 7:37 AM

SMSgt Keith Klug — Mon, 06 Jun 2016 07:37:37 -0400

Just trolling for a response. This doesn't even rate a response to the original question.

Response by SFC James Cassels made Jun 8 at 2016 10:47 AM

SFC James Cassels — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 10:47:59 -0400

Racist? Lets look at the facts!
1. The judge is a huge supporter of the democratic party.
2. The judge supports the big law firms behind Clinton and Obama.
3. The judge is apart of a Latino only legal society.
So, with these things in mind one might consider that due to Trump's stance on immigration this individual quite possibly could be swayed to use his position for his own personal convictions. It happens all the time with Washington Politicians! Why is it so hard to entertain for a Judge? Do you believe all Lawyers are ethical?

Response by SPC Matthew Birkinbine made Jun 9 at 2016 5:32 PM

SPC Matthew Birkinbine — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 17:32:41 -0400

One of the exact reasons I won't get behind him. I won't take racism from the liberal left or the liberal right.

Response by SPC Matthew Birkinbine made Jun 9 at 2016 5:33 PM

SPC Matthew Birkinbine — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 17:33:32 -0400

Or sexism.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 30 at 2016 3:21 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 30 Jun 2016 15:21:54 -0400

Well, the Clintons sure have a lot to answer for and she is just evil. S0, before anything, dems need to clean house and stop with the politics of personal destruction.