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I believe he's referring to exactly what he refers to most of the time. Just talk. He has the power to do nothing directly in the case of the sale. So people
by elmerfud 6y ago
I believe he's referring to exactly what he refers to most of the time. Just talk. He has the power to do nothing directly in the case of the sale. So people crying "extortion" are falling in to the hyperbole trap that was set. What it might do is prompt a conversation on taxes, but likely nothing at all will change.
- mcphage 6y ago> So people crying "extortion" are falling in to the hyperbole trap that was set. By trap you mean, “pointing out that what he is suggesting is illegal?”
- AnimalMuppet 6y agoSure, go ahead and point that out, loudly and often. It needs to be pointed out. (And, if and when other presidents do the same, point it out loudly then, too.) But "suggesting" is different from "doing" or "ordering". Trump is wishful thinking out loud. True, he's wishing for things beyond his power and authority. But until he actually tries to make it happen instead of just blowing hot air, I'm content to just shake my head. I see no need to be alarmed... yet.
- bryanlarsen 6y agoA "suggestion" from a person in power is considered an order by many. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will_no_one_rid_me_of_this_turbulent_priest%3F https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will_no_one_rid_me_of_this_tur...