Jane Fonda slams Democratic leaders as 'not good enough' in fight against Trump

Jane Fonda's Recent Comments on the USA

Hanoi Jane can not help herself. Jane Fonda continues to make negative comments regarding U.S. political leadership. In a media appearance, she expressed dissatisfaction with Democratic leaders while promoting the relaunch of the Committee for the First Amendment.
Key Points

Critique of Democratic Leaders: Fonda stated that the current,
"Democratic leaders are, "not good enough"
In the fight against former President Donald Trump, emphasizing the need for stronger Democratic leadership.

Comments About Presidential Power:
She remarked on unprecedented actions taken by Trump, such as sending troops to Democratic cities, and highlighted concerns over his attempts to consolidate power, stating that it threatens democracy.

FACT CHECK ON SENDING TROOPS TO US CITIES:

U.S. Presidents have sent troops into American cities for various reasons, often to maintain order during unrest or crisis.

President Year
Dwight D. Eisenhower 1957
To enforce federal court orders during school desegregation in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Lyndon B. Johnson 1967
To maintain order during the Detroit riots, and similar unrest in other cities.

Richard Nixon 1969
To provide support during major protests and riots connected to the Vietnam War.

George H.W. Bush 1992
To assist in restoring order during the Los Angeles riots following the Rodney King verdict.

Hurricane Katrina 2005
George W. Bush. Active duty and National Guard Troops were deployed for search and rescue operations, law enforcement, and to aid in the relief effort in New Orleans and surrounding areas.

Hurricane Harvey 2017
Donald Trump. The National Guard and federal troops were mobilized to assist with rescue efforts and provide aid to affected communities in Texas.

Donald Trump 2020
Considered sending federal troops to various cities during Black Lives Matter protests.

Hurricane Ian 2022
Joe Biden, National Guard troops were deployed to assist in search and rescue, as well as recovery efforts in Florida.

Focus on Activism:
Fonda reestablished the Committee to push back against what she describes as a government campaign to silence dissenters.

Activism Context
Fonda's remarks reflect her ongoing activism.

NOTE:
Jane Fonda, often referred to as "Hanoi Jane" due to her vocal opposition to the Vietnam War and a controversial visit to North Vietnam in 1972, faced significant backlash and was accused by some of treasonous behavior. Some POWs have claimed that her actions and statements provided propaganda for the North Vietnamese, potentially putting American soldiers at greater risk.