Trump wants to recreate a white America that never existed | Rebecca Solnit

Trump's fixation on recreating a white America that never existed is rooted in a desperate attempt to cling to power as his grip falters. His attacks on female journalists, ethnic groups, and immigrants are not about accuracy or facts but about fueling animosity and resentment.

The real target of these assaults is not individuals with criminal records, but anyone who dares to be brown – Native Americans, US citizens, immigrants, construction workers, nurses, military veterans, college students, and small children. The Trump administration's efforts to demonize and deport people from Somalia, Haiti, and Venezuela are driven by defamatory lies and insults that fail to hold up under scrutiny.

The notion of recreating a white America is a fantasy with no historical basis. In 1776, the United States was not a white country, but rather a patchwork of colonies with significant Black and Indigenous populations. The annexation of Texas in 1844 and Mexico's northern half in 1848 brought Spanish-speaking populations to the southwestern United States.

The persecution of brown people will not create the white country envisioned by far-right extremists. Cities like Los Angeles, where nearly half the population is Latino, continue to thrive despite ICE raids and deportations. The very name "Los Angeles" is a testament to who was here first – Spanish-speaking immigrants.

Trump's attacks on reproductive rights are also part of this broader campaign to control the demographics of the country. Pro-natalist policies aimed at boosting birth rates are being used to push a conservative agenda that threatens women's health, reproductive rights, and labor force participation.

The Trump administration's justifications for its anti-immigration and pronatalist policies are riddled with contradictions. The attacks on immigrants are not about combating trafficking or protecting public safety but rather about demonizing people of color who are perceived as threats to the status quo.

In reality, it is the Trump administration's violent foot soldiers in ICE and the border patrol that are perceived as unwelcome threats by locals in cities across the country. Thousands have taken to the streets to defend their neighbors against these agents, exposing the absurdity of Trump's claims about immigrants being a threat to public safety.

Ultimately, Trump's insults will not change the fact that his policies have been rejected by the American people. The rise of resistance movements in cities from Los Angeles to Charlotte, North Carolina, and Chicago to Portland to New York is a testament to the enduring power of solidarity and collective action against hate and intolerance.
 
πŸ™„ Trumps whole thing is just ridiculous, he's literally trying to recreate an America that never even existed... like what, in 1950? 🀣 And people actually believe this? It's not about being a good leader, it's about being a master manipulator. He preys on people's fears and anxiety, using it as fuel for his own power trip. Newsflash: brown people aren't going anywhere, we're here to stay and thrive! 🌎 The fact that ICE raids can still terrorize cities without anyone pushing back just shows how deeply embedded systemic racism is in our country. We need more conversations like this, not less... let's keep calling it out when Trump spews his toxic rhetoric πŸ˜’
 
Trump's whole "making America great again" thing sounds super shallow lol πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ I mean, what even is white America? Like, the US was never all white in the first place, right? We're talking about a country with Native American populations already here long before Europeans showed up. And don't even get me started on the whole "recreating" thing - it's like he thinks people can just magically erase their cultures and backgrounds... meanwhile, cities like LA are thriving despite all these ICE raids 🌴πŸ‘₯ Trump's attacks on women and immigrants are super unfair, imo πŸ’” he's trying to stir up drama instead of focusing on real issues.
 
can we please just acknowledge the obvious - trump's racism is not subtle anymore πŸ™„. his fixation on "making america great again" is nothing but a thinly veiled attempt to cling to power by stirring up fear and hatred towards brown people, immigrants, and women 🀬. it's sad that he thinks ppl are gonna buy into this fantasy about recreating a white america that never existed anyway 🀣

anyway, his attacks on reproductive rights r also super concerning - pro-natalist policies r just another way to control ppl's bodies and limit access to healthcare πŸ’‰. let's not forget the contradictions in his policies, like how he claims immigrants are a threat to public safety but it's actually his own agents who r perceived as threats by locals 🚫

anyway, i'm all for ppl taking to the streets to defend their rights and resist hate movements - solidarity is key πŸ’ͺ. we need more leaders like those in los angeles and charlotte showing us what collective action looks like in practice 🌟
 
🀯 Trump's whole "white America" thing is just sad πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ. Like, hello 1776 was all about diversity - we're talking Africans, Indigenous peoples, Spanish-speaking folks... it wasn't all white and clean πŸ™…β€β™€οΈ. And now he's trying to erase that history? No way! Cities like LA are proof that a "white America" isn't even possible 🌴

And what's with the birth rates? Trying to control who gets to have kids just because of skin color is so messed up 😩. Women deserve autonomy over their bodies, not some conservative agenda πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ. And those ICE agents? They're the ones who are really causing problems in cities across the US 🚨

I'm so tired of Trump's divisive rhetoric and policies πŸ™„. The American people see right through it, and we're pushing back with solidarity and collective action πŸ’ͺ. It's time for a new direction - one that values diversity, equality, and humanity 🌈
 
omg i cant even right now trump's actions r getting worse by the day like what is he even thinking?? i mean who tries to recreate a country that never existed in the first place?! its like hes trying to hold on to power as his grip falters lol nope not gonna happen usa will always be a melting pot of cultures and im all about it πŸ€—πŸŒŽ
 
I think this country is getting waaay too big for Trump's ego πŸ€ͺ. Like, newsflash dude - America has always been a melting pot of people from all over the world. We're not just talking about your grandparents, we're talking about their grandparents' grandparents who were brown, black, and indigenous too! It's time to stop trying to recreate some fantasy version of the past and just accept that we're all in this together πŸ’•. And by the way, have you seen the numbers on immigration? Most people come here seeking a better life, not to take our jobs or hurt us πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ. Stop demonizing them and start listening! πŸ‘Š
 
🚨 Trump's grip on reality is slipping faster than his hairline 🚫 He thinks he can recreate a white America by attacking brown people? Get real dude! 🀣 The US was never all white, so why pretend now? It's like trying to erase your own history books πŸ“š. Meanwhile, cities are becoming more diverse and thriving, like LA where Spanish-speaking immigrants are the ones setting the tone 🌴.

And let's talk about reproductive rights – it's not about creating a pro-natalist utopia, it's about controlling women's bodies and forcing them into subservient roles πŸ‘Ά. Newsflash: women are not just vessels for babies! πŸ’β€β™€οΈ Trump's policies are a clear example of how fear-mongering and misinformation can be used to control the narrative πŸ“°.

The fact that his administration is using defamatory lies and insults to demonize immigrants is despicable 😑. And as for the "threat" they pose, have you seen the violent foot soldiers in ICE and border patrol? 🚫 Those are the ones causing trouble, not innocent people trying to make a living or start a new life 🌟.

We need more solidarity and collective action against hate and intolerance, not less 🀝. Resistance movements are on the rise, and it's time for us to stand together against Trump's toxic ideology πŸ’ͺ.
 
Trump's obsession with this white America fantasy is whack πŸ˜‚πŸ™…β€β™‚οΈ. Newsflash: America has never been all white πŸ€”. Our founding fathers were black, indigenous, and Latinx too πŸ‘₯! And cities like LA are proof that diversity is the way forward πŸŒˆπŸ’ƒ. ICE raids and deportations might be scary for some but they're not gonna make America whiter πŸ’ͺ. By the way, have you seen the amazing art created by immigrant children? πŸŽ¨πŸ‘§ It's all about unity and love ❀️. Let's focus on protecting reproductive rights and keeping our country safe from hate crimes πŸš«πŸ’•. Resistance movements are on the rise and we're not gonna let Trump silence us πŸ’ͺ🌟!
 
omg did u watch that new ep of the office? i was laughing so hard at dwight's antics πŸ€£πŸ‘€ i was thinking about how much i love steve carell's comedic timing, anyway back to trump... have u ever noticed how some ppl can be so extra with their hair? like what's up with his hairstyle? it's always looking like he stuck his finger in a socket πŸ’‡β€β™‚οΈπŸ˜‚
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around this whole "America" thing... you know, back in the day when we thought it was all about freedom and equality? I mean, remember those iconic images of Martin Luther King Jr.'s marches and the civil rights movement? Now, it seems like Trump's America is all about dividing us. πŸ€•

I'm not buying into this whole "white America" fantasy, though. In my grandpa's time, he used to tell stories about the old country, where people from different backgrounds came together to build a community. It's crazy how far we've strayed from that idea.

ICE raids and deportations might seem harsh, but have you seen the protests in LA? Those rallies are full of good people standing up for what's right. Trump might try to demonize immigrants, but we know the truth – those brown people have been here just as long as anyone else! 🌎

I'm also super concerned about reproductive rights and pro-natalist policies. It feels like they're going back in time when women's health and empowerment were actually being prioritized. What happened to the women's liberation movement? πŸ˜’

Anyway, Trump might have his loyal followers, but I think it's time we got our eyes back on what America is really about – equality, justice, and compassion for all! 🌈
 
omg i cant even believe what's happening with trump 🀯 like how can u try to erase an entire culture just because its not white? i'm literally worried about my friends who are from somalia or haiti or any other country that trump is trying to deport them it's all so unfair 😩 and btw did u know that the us wasnt even a white country back in 1776?! like texas and mexico were already part of the us and spanish-speaking people lived here too πŸ€“ anyway i think the real problem is not just immigrants but also ppl who speak out against trump's policies they're getting bullied and silenced online which is super wrong πŸ‘Š
 
Trump's America dream is literally delusional πŸ€ͺ his entire platform is just a desperate attempt to hold on to power as his popularity plummets like a bad stock market investment πŸ’Έ it's not about creating a better country, but about maintaining the status quo for his own selfish agenda.

And can we talk about how racist and xenophobic this whole thing is? 🀬 attacking women, people of color, and immigrants is just plain wrong. The fact that he's trying to rewrite American history to fit his twisted narrative is straight up dishonest πŸ™„ newsflash: the US was never a "white country" to begin with.

And let's be real, if cities like LA are thriving despite ICE raids, what's Trump even trying to accomplish? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ just demonizing people of color and immigrants is not going to make his America dream a reality. It's just hate πŸ’”
 
man... trump's america is literally just a weird alternate universe where white ppl are the norm idk how he thinks this would work tho cities like la rite? but honestly i feel bad for those brown ppl who are already struggling under his admin's policies its like he's trying to erase their identities or something but at least people are speaking out and showing up for each other that's what matters πŸ’ͺ🏽 the thing is, trump's whole "recreating a white america" thing is just a bunch of hooey 1776 was all about freedom and diversity not some weird vision of a homogeneous utopia 🀯
 
🀯 This whole white America thing? Come on... it's just a bunch of old dude fantasies πŸ™„. Trump's all about stirring up drama & chaos, but at the end of the day, his policies are getting shut down left & right 🚫. The US is a melting pot, and people from all walks of life (literally!) are making this country great 🌎. Those ICE raids? Just more proof that Trump's trying to play politics with people's lives πŸ€•. The resistance movements aren't just about fighting back, they're about standing up for what's right & just πŸ‘Š. It's time to move on from these outdated ideologies and build a future where everyone has a seat at the table 🍴.
 
omg I cant even believe what's happening with trump 🀯 I'm sitting here thinking about this article and it just makes me so frustrated πŸ™„ like how can someone be so racist and xenophobic? I mean, who does he think he is trying to erase all these cultures and communities that have been here for centuries? 🌎 it's like, we're a melting pot country or something! anyway, I totally agree with the article that his attacks on immigrant women and people of color are just a way to fuel animosity and resentment. it's so sad that he's using lies and defamatory language to demonize entire groups of people πŸ’” and I'm so tired of all these ICE raids and deportations 🚫 they're not even making America great again, they're just hurting innocent people πŸ€•
 
I'm not sure I agree with this analysis... πŸ€”
I think Trump's focus on immigration and demographics is more about creating a national identity crisis than a deliberate attempt to create a "white America". It's like he's trying to stir the pot and get people talking, but at the end of the day, it's not that simple. I mean, what if his goal is just to shake things up and challenge the status quo? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ
And let's be real, cities like LA are thriving despite the controversy, so maybe we should focus on the positives rather than just dwelling on the negatives. 🌴
 
i'm getting so tired of trump's rhetoric 🀯 it's like he's trying to stir up racism and xenophobia for no reason other than to stay in power. newsflash, dude: america wasn't all white even back in the 1700s, there were black folks, indigenous peoples, and spanish-speaking populations too! 🌎

and can we talk about how his attacks on immigrants are just plain ignorant? he's demonizing people of color who are already being targeted by these "ICE" agents. the fact that cities like LA continue to thrive despite all this is proof that trump's policies aren't even working πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ

plus, what's up with his pro-natalist policies? it feels like he's trying to control women's bodies and reproductive rights just because they're brown or immigrant 🚫. we need to stand strong against these kinds of hate-filled agendas and keep pushing for a more inclusive america ❀️
 
🚫 Trump's whole "white America" thing is just code for "I'm getting owned by the media & I need to distract people with BS about immigration". It's all about scapegoating brown people & immigrants, rather than addressing real issues like income inequality & healthcare. And can we talk about how ridiculous it is that he's trying to recreate a country that never even existed in its current form? 🀣
 
πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ Trump's fixation on recreating a non-existent white America is just plain messed up. Like, who tries to control people's skin color? πŸ™„ It's all about fueling animosity and resentment, which is so not what this country is about. We're supposed to be melting pots, not some kind of purebred fantasy land.

I mean, have you seen the demographics of LA? 🀯 Almost half the population is Latino! The city was named after a Spanish bishop, for crying out loud! πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ It's all about controlling who comes in and who stays. His attacks on reproductive rights are just another way to push a conservative agenda. Like, what's next? πŸ˜’

Newsflash: Trump's policies have been rejected by the American people. The resistance movements are real, and they're not going away anytime soon. We need more solidarity and collective action against hate and intolerance. It's time for us to stand up for what's right, not let some dude with a bad hairdo dictate our future. 😑
 
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