All In

The title simply means that I totally believe that Donald Trump is up to no good, knows it and has a core of people and organizations committed to the same. Obviously, they don’t all agree on the how and when but destroying the old connections and relationships of the federal government is something they believe are so horrid that only good comes from total destruction.

Unhappily, that destruction will harm millions of people, including me. I survive totally on social security benefits, a system I paid into my entire life, while also donating tons of time, talent and money to others to build a stronger social order. I have paid my dues. I do not deserve to be unfunded, excoriated or in any other way debased. I’m one of the good guys.

I care about people and do my best work when I focused on others, not myself. That’s how it works the best.

But MAGA and Trump evidently believe otherwise.

Who do they think taught their children? Who do they think came to the aid of their family members near and far for any number of services and help? We take so much for granted and forget there are real people doing our work for us. For the most part they do their work very well, building solid careers to do this work professionally. They care and reflect that care.

Are there poor performers? Of course there are, just like private employers. And they are terminated for cause by management just like private corporations do.

If agencies are destroyed without congressional discussion and input, we all lose. Huge waste is encountered. If the agencies are determined to be resurrected by courts and congress, then the cost becomes even more astronomical.

The processes of governance must be continued as they have been, so we all know that the work is done properly. The checks and balances of our federal system are important and work well. Short cuts are not wise and should be avoided.

The Executive branch does not have nearly as much authority as it is currently assuming. The Congress and Courts are stepping in as they should. Three branches; not one.

An overreach of authority by the Executive branch given current conditions is now felonious. It should be pursued even to and past the point of impeachment. No one wants all that drama. Or expense. Or loss of services. Resignations are preferrable but not likely. Cheaper, too.

April 25, 2025

 

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