August 01st, 2015

  Since Donald Trump is running for president, he is now eligible for this article. The remarks he made about Mexico and illegal immigrants are, at the very least, wrong. Saying that Mexico is sending Mexicans across the border who are mostly criminals, is inaccurate and shows his ignorance. Is there a problem with the border? Of course. But what are the facts? Mexico isn't sending anyone over. And the drug dealers and other criminals coming over the border are a very small percentage. The vast majority of Mexicans coming to the U.S. are seeking a better life for themselves and their families. Facts also show that the vast majority of criminals in the U.S. are American citizens, not "illegal Mexican-born aliens"! Trump said that he had nothing to apologize for, further showing his ignorance.
     Trump's comment about John McCain not being a war hero is also disturbing. Is he that out of touch? Apparently. Anyone knowing McCain's story knows that he is correctly referred to as a war hero. Trump, days later, said that he had respect for McCain, but still refused to apologize. What?! NBC, as well as others, has wisely severed ties with him. Is there any way that Trump could win the nomination? No, never. The GOP, among others, should take up the new mantra, "Dump Trump," as soon as possible!
​
    In other news, the government said that computer hackers have stolen Social Security numbers and other personal information from 4 million Americans. But that number was grossly less than the actual amount... over 21 million identities were stolen! Once again, our government shows how inept it is, since the Americans who had their lives compromised are all government workers and their families.

---