Former President Donald Trump marked Thanksgiving with a striking message aimed at his political opponents, continuing his tradition of using holidays to address contentious topics.
What Happened
In a post on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Trump wrote:
"Happy Thanksgiving to all, including to the Radical Left Lunatics who have worked so hard to destroy our Country, but who have miserably failed, and will always fail, because their ideas and policies are so hopelessly bad that the great people of our Nation just gave a landslide victory to those who want to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! Don’t worry, our Country will soon be respected, productive, fair, and strong, and you will be, more than ever before, proud to be an American!”
Trump’s message blended his signature confrontational tone with optimism about the nation’s future under his vision.
Context and Tradition
Trump’s holiday greetings often stray from the conventional well-wishes offered by most political leaders. His use of major holidays to address opponents and highlight his policy goals has become a hallmark of his communication style. In 2019, he delivered an all-caps New Year’s greeting that included a jab at "haters" and "fake news media."
Biden’s Contrasting Approach
In contrast, President Joe Biden shared a more conventional Thanksgiving message emphasizing unity and gratitude. He wrote on X:
"Happy Thanksgiving, America. May we use this moment to take time from our busy lives and focus on what matters most: Our families, our friends, our neighbors, and the fact that we’ve been blessed to live in America, the greatest country on Earth.”
Biden’s message avoided partisan rhetoric and focused on themes of togetherness and appreciation.
The Bigger Picture
Trump’s holiday messages illustrate his unrelenting focus on his political brand and base. His Thanksgiving post underscores his belief in the strength of his policies and the support of his followers. Biden’s contrasting tone highlights a traditional approach to presidential communication aimed at fostering unity.
Both leaders’ messages reflect their broader political personas and priorities as the country enters another season of holiday reflection amid deep political divisions.
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