By Cheryl Smith
Texas Metro News
https://texasmetronews.com
It was her birthday week.
Being verbally assaulted by the president of the United States could not be the type of birthday gift that award-winning journalist Rachel Scott anticipated or wanted.
When she applied to the University of Southern California, focused on becoming a journalist, there wasn’t a class that prepared her for such immature, and irrational behavior from a person who holds what is the most powerful position in the world.
Sure, we know that in the past, some presidents have been slaveowners, Klan members, and rapists, but the truthful history books, will tell this story of Donald Trump and people will marvel at not only his ability to get away with so much, but also the silent fear of critics or the support he received from rubber stampers.
Where was the outcry over his comments about her reporting or reports that he called Rachel a “b’tch.”
When I heard he unleashed yet another attack, I wasn’t surprised. That’s what he does.
And I wasn’t surprised that more folks didn’t go crazy and call for him to apologize and even step down.
After all, he continues to insult and disrespect citizens, especially women and leaning in on Black women.
Sadly too many are afraid of losing status or a job. Some aren’t willing to stand up and fight and they’ll do anything to keep target off their backs.
I will not make this about Donald Trump.
This is about US. We the people.
Rachel Scott is talented, well prepared, cool under pressure and she’s making us proud because her journalism is solid.
The senior political correspondent for ABC News has weathered insults on other occasions, and she has exhibited professionalism and class.
I’m so glad that this newlywed can go home to someone who respects her. I am so happy that she’s receiving expressions of love whether it be from her husband, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority sisters, family members, fellow journalists or the well-meaning sensible man or woman on the street.
Unfortunately, some media organizations have tried to call the exchange between the two heated. The world watches as he continues to degrade, deflect and embarrass this country, while Rachel remains focused; providing a real role model for little girls everywhere.
The president has hurled insults at several women. Black women don’t stand a chance in his presence. Look at how many he has in his Cabinet and working in his businesses.
I applaud everyone who is speaking up. This isn’t the first time for him and it is not the first time I have addressed his behavior.
He continues to get away with saying anything to anybody and that is a sad commentary. I’m not going to say I expect anything from his wife or the countless others who don’t have a backbone.
They are his accomplices.
But not the National Council of Negro Women, or numerous others like Tiffany Cross at her booksigning in Dallas or Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett.
It was refreshing to hear Pastor Frederick D. Haynes addressing the name-calling and insults, and the National Association of Black Journalists was another organization that stood up.
I know there will be more. There has to be. He is out of control.
Over the years, I remember other women who were assaulted by Donald Trump. April Ryan, who is now the longest serving Black female White House correspondent had to hire protection after Trump made her a target. And, we must include the name “Epstein” when talking about this president’s disgusting behavior.
Some have asked how can we fight back. We can all arm ourselves with something that so many are trying to take away from us — our vote. There are elections across this country, and if you vote for people who support the madness, the madness will continue.
Show some love for Rachel and the many other women who are being attacked by not just Donald Trump, but by the silent ones who don’t have the guts, backbone, love or intelligence to say enough is enough.
I’m calling on all people of conscience to use their vote in every election.
Send those clowns home unemployed — the more you hurt them the more you neuter Trump.
Dear Rachel, don’t be discouraged and know that you are not alone. Many of us are praying for and working to protect your peace. You asked a valid question of Donald Trump as he focuses on distractions instead of focusing on what’s really important. Keep doing your job. You are the person who will be in History books. Your story will be told and just know the world is a better place because of you. That’s not what will be said about Donald Trump!
NOTE: Next week, let’s talk about DeSoto Mayor Rachel Proctor!
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