Barack Obama was very well known for his calm attitude. However, he wasn’t scared to hold back his strong opinions about Donald Trump.
Direct, Blunt, Rude, and Necessary
In Edward-Issac Dovere’s book – “Battle for the Soul: Inside the Democrats’ Campaigns to Defeat Donald Trump” – Obama’s comments were recorded. They were direct, blunt, and rude – but also undoubtedly necessary and accurate.
Some Very Harsh Language
Perhaps one of the most memorable instances in the book was when Obama referred to Trump as a “madman” and a “racist, sexist pig.” Obama’s use of this harsh language truly highlights his disapproval of Trump and his rhetoric.
Critical Assessment Before the 2016 Election
Obama has been known to make negative comments about Trump before. In the lead-up to the 2016 presidential election, he openly questioned Trump’s qualifications and labeled him “uniquely unqualified” and “temperamentally unfit to be commander-in-chief.” This critique was delivered at a pivotal moment in the campaign, leaving a lasting impact.
A Thorough Examination in 2020
During the Democratic National Convention in August 2020, Obama provided a comprehensive evaluation of Trump’s presidency. Speaking virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he asserted that Trump had failed to “grow into the job.”
The Serious Consequences
Obama attributed serious consequences to the aforementioned failure, including a high pandemic death toll, economic challenges, a tarnished global reputation, and unprecedented threats to democratic institutions. His critique set the tone for the 2020 election campaign.
Trump vs. Biden
That same year, Obama drew a sharp contrast between Trump and Joe Biden. He said that Trump was primarily concerned with “feeding his ego” while Biden prioritized “keeping you and your family safe.” Obama highlighted Trump’s preoccupation with the size of his inauguration crowd, suggesting that such concerns were misplaced amidst more significant issues. This comment shed light on the personal attributes and priorities of the two candidates.
Addressing Trump’s Legal Woes in 2022
Following Trump’s indictment in August 2022, involving 37 counts related to the mishandling of classified documents, Obama shared his thoughts on the situation. He characterized it as “less than ideal” for the nation and highlighted the significance of a president who upholds the oath of office with sincerity and respects the democratic principles it represents.
A Turbulent Period in U.S. History
In all of the instances discussed, Obama didn’t mince words when expressing critical views about Donald Trump. His remarks not only offered a glimpse into his personal sentiments but also played a significant role in shaping the political discourse during Trump’s presidency. Moreover, his critiques provide valuable insight into the complex dynamics of American politics during a turbulent period in the nation’s history.
The Internet’s Response
Obama’s criticism of Trump has been discussed on social media on numerous occasions. “Obama was not a great president and yet he was much better than Trump. Trump just lied that his numbers were great. In reality, most of his achievements were a figment of his imagination or plain lies. If you compare numbers, Trump was the worst president of the U.S. ever,” one person wrote.
A Far-Right Tool
Plenty of people agreed with Obama’s words. “All these GOP tears but where did Obama lie? Spot on assessment of the Big Orange far-right tool,” one person said. “I mean, I’m no Obama fan but he’s not exactly wrong, is he?” another wrote.
Class and Dignity
Others said that Obama has something Trump will never have – class. “Obama has more class and dignity in his pinky fingernail than Trump has, or ever will have, in his entire wretched life,” one individual said.
Trump’s Hate and Discrimination
A fair few commenters shared their own thoughts about Trump. One person said: “Everyone already knows that the criminal low-life dictator has no ability to think of others. He will always promote hate, violence, and discrimination that doesn’t fit here in America. It is proven in his attack against America when he went after the Capitol building.”
Dark, Cold, and Self-Righteous
Another commenter, also sharing their personal opinion about Trump, said: “You can’t possibly compare the two! The difference is day and night and Orange Man is clearly the night! Dark, cold, and self-righteous!”
The Words of Trump’s Fans
Trump’s fans accused Obama of being racist. One said: “This remark is humorous coming from the biggest racist to ever hold the presidency. His policies and actions are the reason Americans are so divided now.”
Comparing Trump and Obama
Plenty of people compared the two politicians. One person said: “President Obama was a successful two-term president who is rated in the top 15 of all time. Corrupt clown Donnie had a disastrous term and is rated at the bottom.”
A Pathological Liar
People with particularly strong opinions about Trump didn’t hold back. Some people even claimed the ex-president’s qualities appeal to his fans. “Being a racist and sexist pig, and not to mention being a pathological liar and cheat, just endears Trump to his base,” one individual wrote.
Insurrectionist, Traitor, Coward
One commenter had some particularly strong words to share about Trump. They wrote: “I’d have a few more words for Trump, including insurrectionist, traitor, coward – not to mention he is a parasite and a waste of good air.”
Trump’s Racist Past
Plenty of Trump’s fans tried to claim he’s never been racist. “For those people who say Trump is not a racist, he was charged with bias for refusing to rent apartments to Black people and settled out of court, like he always does,” one commenter hit back.
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