In a nation that prides itself on the rule of law and the principles of national security, it’s astonishing to witness the chaos erupting on America’s streets. The Democrats with their blatant disregard for law and order, have helped create the perfect storm of unrest across this nation. By consistently turning a blind eye to illegal immigration, they have not only jeopardized the safety of countless families but have emboldened criminals who view legal immigration as a joke and our laws as mere suggestions.
Every time you turn on the news, all you see are anti-ICE protests sprouting like weeds in a neglected garden. These self-proclaimed defenders of freedom are infringing on the freedoms of those who have followed the rules. They march through neighborhoods waving hateful banners and chanting detestable rhetoric, all the while ignoring the reality of what illegal immigration has done to America’s communities.
It is the height of arrogance to assume that the plight of the illegal immigrant outweighs that of the American working class. The Democrats, in their tireless pursuit of new voters, are playing a very dangerous game. They are stoking division and hatred to gain favor with a vocal minority while sidelining the very constituents they claim to represent. This has the potential to inflict long term damage to the sovereignty of the United States.
It's high time we place this squarely on the Democrat party, which has fomented this toxic environment. By enabling and endorsing riotous behavior, they’ve set a dangerous precedent. They’ve taught their ilk that anarchy is acceptable if it serves a political purpose. The Democrat mantra has gone from “peaceful protest” to anything goes.
It's almost comical how they attempt to sidestep and deflect responsibility. How many times must we witness cities spiral into chaos before we start connecting the dots? Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Portland, San Francisco, and many more, all run by progressive Democrats, showcasing what real lawlessness looks like. The leadership, or lack thereof, has allowed criminal illegal aliens to roam freely while law abiding citizens have become hostages in their own communities.
The truth is the American people are fed up and demanded action on November 5th, 2024. They are tired of being told that they should sympathize with people who have illegally entered the country. They expect their leaders to stand firm, to prioritize their safety and well-being over the misplaced sympathy of illegal migrants who flout the rules and break the law.
The current unrest is a direct result of intentional Democrat malfeasance. The abandonment of American values in favor of pandering to agitators cannot go unchallenged. The cries for justice and order can no longer be silenced by sensationalist rhetoric and grandstanding. The American people have a right to have a governing body that stands with its citizenry.
Just so there’s no misunderstanding, Democrats are solely responsible for the ongoing turmoil facing America’s cities. They turn it on and off like a light switch, routinely dimming the lights of American lives. Indifferent to those effected, or the victims that lie in their wake, their policies are not just ineffective, they are destructive. Instead of fortifying communities, they’ve opened the flood gates to anarchy; and the results are there for all to see.
Editorial comments expressed in this column are the sole opinion of the writer.