However, Democrats also issued their own censure. After the State of the Union, several left-wingers blasted the president’s address; they claimed that Trump lacked preparation and engaged in divisive rhetoric. Their allegations starkly contrast with the 76% of Americans who viewed Trump’s speech in a favorable manner.
Democrats and Accusations of Racism
Democrats are no strangers to accusations of racism. While their party frequently brands Republicans as racist, the right-wing has pushed back. Many on the right-wing note that policies which Democrats advocate for are harmful towards the people they claim to champion.
Conservatives have also stated that many real racists are the ones who see racism in everyone else. Nevertheless, the Democrats still stand by their views. Last night, Sen. Bernie Sanders alleged that Trump’s address contained “racist” rhetoric with the intent to divide Americans.
The parallels between all-white wearing Democrats and the KKK also comes at an interesting time. Virginia governor and Democrat Ralph Northam is currently facing extreme backlash for a yearbook photo featuring a man in blackface next to a man in KKK robes; Northam, however, denies that he is in the damning image.
