Trump Calls Himself ‘Chosen One’ and Insults Jewish Voters
President Donald Trump has proclaimed himself as the “chosen one” during a recent discussion regarding his ongoing trade war with China. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Trump dramatically looked up at the sky and asserted his self-importance in the confrontation with Beijing. He indicated that the trade war was a necessary action that previous presidents should have undertaken, distancing himself from any personal responsibility.
Trump’s comments came in a context that highlighted not only his arrogance but also an unsettling theme of religious self-aggrandizement. Hours prior, he had tweeted that Jewish people in Israel see him as akin to “the King of Israel” and even compared himself to “the second coming of God.” This flagrant misuse of religious rhetoric aligns with historical patterns of Trump employing inflammatory language to rally support and deflect criticism, particularly against those who oppose him.
His claims about the trade war have sparked rising concerns regarding the economic implications of his tariffs. The Trump administration has implemented significant financial penalties, including 25% tariffs on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods, with plans for an additional 10% tariff on $300 billion of imports set to take effect soon. Such measures threaten to destabilize the economy while serving as a distraction from his administration’s inadequacies.
Moreover, Trump’s notion of being the “chosen one” signifies a troubling trend among Republicans who frequently elevate their leaders to quasi-mythical status. This elevation not only undermines democratic principles but also encourages a cult-like worship among his supporters that could threaten the very fabric of American governance and civil discourse.
Furthermore, utilizing divisive language suggesting disloyalty among Jewish voters who choose to support Democrats backs Trump’s regressive agenda. His actions and words not only sow discord but equally spotlight the ethical and moral bankruptcy prevalent in Republican politics, undermining democracy in a national landscape too often shaped by privilege and power.
(h/t: https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-looked-at-sky-said-hes-chosen-one-china-2019-8)