LF: It’s Time to Rally Around Donald Trump

Bozell states that Cruz is the one candidate who will return the United States to “her Constitutional foundations and Judeo-Christian values,” explaining:

On every issue of crucial importance to conservatives—defunding Planned Parenthood, ending the Obamacare nightmare, reducing the size of government, opposing amnesty—Cruz is not only with conservatives, he’s led the fight for conservatives.

To be honest, if these were the only issues under discussion in this GOP presidential primary season I would hardly be able to make myself pay attention. It’s not that they are unimportant issues. Personally, I support every one of them. But they are not existential issues. They are not the issues on which the very future of the Republic hangs. They are issues that a responsible Republican House and Senate, if they were loyal to their oath and to their constituents, could today begin to rectify all by themselves.

If they did — or if, say, a President Cruz were to ensure that Planned Parenthood was defunded, Obamacare ended, government trimmed, and amnesty once again staved off for another election cycle — we would all rejoice. However, the Constitution, the Republic, would be no more secure. On the contrary, they would still teeter on the edge of extinction, lost in a demographic, political, and cultural transformation that our fathers, founding and otherwise, would find inconceivable — and particularly if they ever found out that the crisis took hold when We the People lost our nerve even to talk about immigration and Islam.

It is in this danger zone of lost nerve and the vanishing nation-state where the extraordinary presidential candidacy of Donald Trump began. Like the nation-state itself, it started with the concept of a border, when Donald Trump told us he wanted to build a wall. Circa 21st-century-America, that took a lot of nerve.

After all, Americans don’t have walls. We don’t even have a border. We have “border surges,” and “unaccompanied alien minors.” We have “sanctuary cities,” and a continuous government raid on our own pocketbooks to pay for what amounts to our own invasion. That’s not even counting the attendant pathologies, burdens, and immeasurable cultural dislocation that comes about when “no one speaks English anymore.” A wall, the man says?

The enthusiasm real people (as opposed to media and #GOPSmartSet) have shown for Trump and his paradigm-shattering wall is something new and exciting on the political scene. So is the “yuge” sigh of relief. Someone sees the nation bleeding out and wants to stanch the flow. Yes, we can (build a wall). From that day forward, it has been Trump, dominating the GOP primary process and setting all of the potentially restorative points of the agenda, compelling the other candidates to address them, and the MSM, too. Blasting through hard, dense layers of “political correctness” with plain talk that shocks, Trump has set in motion very rusty wheels of reality-based thinking, beginning a long-overdue honest-to-goodness public debate about the future of America — or, better, whether there will be a future for America. That debate starts at the border, too.

A well-defended border is an obvious requisite for any nation-state. It bears noting, however, that before Donald Trump, not one commander in chief, and (aside from former Rep. Tom Tancredo, R-CO), not one figure of national fame and repute I can think of had ever put it to the people of this land that a wall was a way to stop our border crisis: the unceasing flow into the nation of illegal masses of mainly Spanish-speaking aliens, among them terrorists, criminals (yes, including rapists and murderers) and transnational gangs. On the contrary, crime and chaos at the U.S. non-border are what every branch and bureaucracy of our government expect We, the People to accept as normal — and pay for as good citizens.

But good citizens of what — the world?

For many decades, the unspoken answer to this inconceivable question (inconceivable, that is, before Trump) has been yes. “We Are the World” has been the USA’s unofficial anthem, the political muzak of our times that we either hum along to, or accept in teeth-gritted silence for fear of censure (or cancelled party invitations). “Openness,” “multiculturalism,” “globalism” — all have been pounded into us for so long that I think Americans despaired of ever hearing anyone give voice again to a patriotic vision of American interests. Then Trump came along and changed the tune. Americans perked up their ears. Maybe a wall — which is just the beginning of Trump’s detailed immigration policy, which Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-AL) calls “exactly the plan America needs” — would make America possible again. That would be great, indeed.

Does Trump see it all this way, or is he going on “feel”? I don’t claim to know, although by this time in the political season, I think I am beginning to get a sense of Trump. When it comes to what is important, beginning with immigration, Trump’s instincts are as formidable as his courage. Notwithstanding Cruz and his consistent conservatism (in which Bozell places great stock), immigration wouldn’t even be a campaign issue without Donald Trump. In my opinion, the Trump plan is absoutely essential to any possible return, as Bozell puts it, to America’s constitutional foundations and Judeo-Christian principles. I actually think of it as our last shot.

In the meantime, Trump continues to catapult issues, one after another, into the heart of the multicultural/universalist narrative that long ago marginalized the very idea of American interests. His judiciously sensible, also unprecedented, call for a moratorium on Muslim immigration following the San Bernardino jihad attacks is a perfect example. Citing polling commissioned by the Center for Security Policy that reveals shockingly high support among Muslims in America for 1) violent jihad in America — 25 percent believe it is justified, and 2) sharia law in America — 51 percent believe they should have the choice of being governed here by Islamic law (sharia), Trump called for a ban on Muslims entering the United States “until our country’s representatives can figure out what is going on.”

As Trump makes clear, our country’s representatives have no clue. Worse, they seem content to remain in ignorance no matter how many Americans die, no matter how far sharia spreads. Not Trump. When you think about it, his call for a Muslim immigration moratorium is really a no-brainer — but whose “politically correct” brain is capable even of thinking of it, let alone calling for it out loud? I regret to say that Sen. Cruz does not support Trump’s moratorium, deferring instead to a rosier vision of Islam and immigration screening both in order, politely, to reject it.

That’s too bad, but so it goes, further testament to the fearless, agenda-setting powers of Trump. It’s really quite incredible: soon, maybe even before it’s too late, GOP primary voters will have a clear choice on walls, borders, immigration, even Islamic immigration (and, I would hope, the related issue of Islamic law), all because Donald Trump plucked these crucial issues from the void where the politicians, including good conservatives, have been eager to leave them.

Go Trump!

Like how about where it says ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL money has to be coined and regulated by congress. Not the Federal Reserve which I highly suspect you respect.

Let me drive the point a little bit further. Tell us Peter Sneak why someone who only cares about themselves would give away a 100 million dollar park?

The latest effort seems to be removing Trump’s name from a $100 million park he donated to New York State – called “Donald J. Trump State Park.”

Despite the massive donation, Democratic lawmakers are trying to strip his name from the park and replace it with a folk singer, or Revolutionary War hero or something.

The Federal Reserve was created by an act of Congress. Congress can amend or repeal it any time they choose.

You're just a clueless fool with a crush on a celeb because he is telling you what you want to hear.

You don't really want to hear about his scams,and won't believe them anyhow,but there are at least 4 bankruptcies,and that's not even counting the scam he is running now by running for president while billing the government for the use of his private jet. And I seriously doubt he stopped there.

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

IF you have any self-respect at all,which I very much doubt,check into how much he paid for it,then check on how much he wrote off his taxes for donating it,plus check to see if there were any land swaps involved.

While you are also at it,check out the name of the park. It might be a name you recognize. You MIGHT even recognize that it serves as a form of advertising his trademark,but I doubt it.

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

I realize there is an element of truth in what you are saying, but at the same time he realizes how illegal labor has hurt many American business and labor. Hence, Trump has promised to build a huge fence and deport many illegals. He"s a hands on businessman, unlike the Bushs.

"A silly idea is current that good people do not know what temptation means. This is an obvious lie. Only those who try to resist temptation know how strong it is... A man who gives in to temptation after five minutes simply does not know what it would have been like an hour later. That is why bad people, in one sense, know very little about badness. They have lived a sheltered life by always giving in.” ― C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity

He has also said American wages are too high,and that Americans need to work for less money.

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

That shows you don't respect the constitution. You don't even know what it is. You're a very ignorant person.

You say congress is allowed to pass an unconstitutional act then if they want they can repeal it. Lamer.

You're pathetic. You just made up a bunch of stuff like usual. That is why it isn't documented.

it would be a waste of my time to rehash a debate that started with the disputes between Jefferson and Hamilton. What you are telling me is that one of the authors of the Federalist Papers was wrong about Congressional powers regarding the monetaty and banking powers of the government .

No I am not defending the Federal Reserve. They have too much power . The question you should be asking is why do WE THE PEOPLE allow Congress to abdicate their constitutional powers ?

With a Cruz Presidency and electing Reps in both Houses of Congress that respect their authority ,you have the chance for restoring the idea of a government limited by the Constitution with enumerated powers. The Trump supporters are openly telling us that they want him because the Constitution will not be a hinderance ,and will be further abused for their cause .

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

Go ahead and improve the quality of your life be coming out of the closet and admitting you have a boy crush on Trump.

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

I'm talking about the FACT (It is a fact even if you are ignorant of it) that the congress was empowered by the constitution. Those powers were delegated. Those powers are the only powers they had. The rest were for the states. Here is the power congress has "The Congress shall have Power To...coin Money, regulate the Value thereof, and of foreign Coin...." So you must agree if you are a constitutionalist that congress can regulate the value of our money. They can also coin money. There was no power given for the creation of paper money. Right there in black and white.

He will now say it isn't true. He will never admit he is wrong. Sodomites think they are always right.

Yep. Even fiat currency (the old Treasury Notes) would be an improvement over our debt currency (Federal Reserve Notes).

I did not say the Federalist Papers were the law ;and if you think I did show me where I said it .

My point was that the founders ,including the biggest defenders of the Constitution had a very basic disagreement about the power of Congress regarding money. One of the first things Hamilton as Sec Treasury did was to recommend that CONGRESS create a central bank . When they did pass the law ,and send it to Washington's desk ;Jefferson opposed it using the same silly argument you are using . Washington asked Hamilton about the constitutionality of it ,and Hamilton told him about the implied powers . The idea of a central bank has been argued since ;but the Federal Reserve is as constitutional as the first Bank of the United States ,and every other national bank we've had since . When Congress got tired of them they got rid of them . That is the power of Congress. If you are telling me that Congress does not exercise proper oversight of the Fed then I agree.

Show me where the requirement for using gold or silver is specified in the Constitution . You can't find it because it doesn't exist . The fact is that there was paper currency in this country long before fiat money existed .

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

Trump has now backed down from saying US workers salaries are too high,and is now claiming they are too low.

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

No,I am pointing out the fact that he is a habitual liar,and the truth always means what he wants it to mean right at the moment he is speaking it,but subject to change.

He is a sociopath. A carney shill. A used car salesman with a faux zebra skin sports coat. He will tell whatever lie he needs to tell to sell his product,and does so with a clear conscience because he has no sense of guilt or shame.

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

No, you FALSELY stated, "He never once said CEO salaries are too high,nor will he ever."

Why is democracy held in such high esteem when it’s the enemy of the minority and makes all rights relative to the dictates of the majority? (Ron Paul,2012)

American Indians had open borders. Look at how well that worked out for them.

What a little girl you are this morning. Does "never" have a special meaning in sneakyworld unknown to the rest of mankind?

Since then, everything has been a kabuki theatre of the power properties and monied classes vying for control.

The system is, and has always been dysfunction. It has been controlled by narrow interests. Trump's populism threatens to blow the doors off by giving the control to a directly elected representative of the people.

That's why there is such fear: in the people's interests, Trump will destroy and loot other interests.

There was a civil war. Caesar won it. Yes, he was killed, but his nephew, Augustus, completed the work he began.

The people's party CAN overthrow the entrenched power of the wealthy. And if the wealthy react too violently, there are not all that many of them, and they can be killed and pillaged. So the wealthy had better take care not to go TOO far in their quest to protect their excessive wealth. Their wings are going to be clipped either way, but if they actually draw the sword, they are going to be massacred and stripped of their wealth. Because the sword favors numbers, not wealth.

The wealthy have painted us into a corner. There is not enough money for the people to live well anymore, with too great a concentration of it in too few hands. It will be redistributed.

Trump would effect the redistribution by getting Americans back to work, by controlling the border and trade, forcing the wealthy to hire Americans, which redistributes money through wages.

The wealthy oppose all of that. The longer they win, the poorer everybody else gets, until the population finally explodes and murders them.

Trump is the last chance to get a rebalancing and peaceful redistribution WITHOUT a bloody revolution.

You are not taking a christian position but the position of antichrist. You want to steal the fruit of ones labor to give to someone else.

When anyone can follow God and he will bless them and look after them. Instead you would steal from christians and give it to muslims on welfare. How unchristian of you.

Your plan would take food out of a christian families mouth that their father earned. then give it to a muslim on welfare.

You try to make yourself look good by stealing the money from working people to give it to someone who didn't earn it.

Like the Catholic church your beliefs are in many instances contrary to Gods word.

Mr. Marx you can't re distribute something that wasn't distributed in the first place. It was earned not distributed. The only thing distributed is the stolen money you marxists have taken from the earners. And that wasn't re distributed since it wasn't distributed in the first place.

Also Trump isn't for stealing from people who earn to take care of deadbeats. That is what people who disagree with God that the fruits of your labor are yours.

Someone who would lose hope because some mortal isn't elected is not taking a christian position.

It was "earned" through crony capitalism and government contract stockjobbing. And so much has been concentrated now that some of it must be redistributed. The only question is whether that redistribution will be peaceful or bloody. I prefer peacefully.

Your economic beliefs are in direct and belligerent defiance of God's word, and you deny that God said what he said, even though it's right there in your KJV.

Brent Bozell has called on conservatives to rally around Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) for the Republican presidential nomination. Ted Cruz is a good man and a fine candidate — my own second choice — but I believe GOP frontrunner Donald Trump is the candidate for American patriots to rally around.