Gretchen Whitmer is a bright, concerned, competent,
strong woman. In short, she is the kind of woman tRUMP abhors. So of
course he attacked her.
Yesterday Lansing made national news. A bunch of
tRUMPITES held a "gridlock" rally, closing streets around the state
Capitol. They were protesting Governor Whitmer's stay in place order.
But these are not ordinary times and this was not an ordinary protest.
tRUMP has unleashed very dark forces. The rally was filled with hate.
There were a number of confederate flags. There were people openly
packing weapons. There were many "proud boys" flashing the white power
symbol. I have a friend who has lived in East Lansing for 40 years. He
has witnessed many demonstrations. He told me that yesterday's
demonstration was the ugliest day he had ever seen in Lansing.
As always, Governor Whitmer handled the day with grace. She
affirmed the protesters' right to demonstrate. But she pleaded with
them to stay safe. She asked them to stay in their cars and maintain
safe distances. Many ignored her pleas. They left their cars and
gathered in groups. It will be ironic if protesters who ignored the
pleas for safety become infected.
Gretchen is not up for reelection until 2020. So this is not a
plea for money. I am suggesting that you contact the governor's
office to let her now that you support her efforts. Thank goodness that
Governor Whitmer and other Democratic governors were swept into office
in 2018. They are a brake on this runaway freight train. Take care
all. Stay safe.
Richard
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