Force NYTimes To Turn Over Op-Ed Writer To Trump?

BuckeyeBukaroo · #1 09-06-2018, 01:15 PM

Should the newspaper New York Times be forced to identify the source of the Op-ED that criticizes President Trump?

Aquila · #2 09-06-2018, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BuckeyeBukaroo

Should the newspaper New York Times be forced to identify the source of the Op-ED that criticizes President Trump?

No.

It would chill any criticism of any sitting President in the future.

n david · #3 09-06-2018, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by BuckeyeBukaroo

Should the newspaper New York Times be forced to identify the source of the Op-ED that criticizes President Trump?

It's debatable, but I believe they should identify the coward.

The reason I believe they should is because this is a coward who is not only working alone, but part of a group intent on sabotaging the POTUS and his administration.

While this doesn't fit the charge of "Treason," this is a national security issue, IMO. They're not just speaking out against the POTUS and making known their grievances; they're actively conspiring and working against the POTUS.

The NY Times should release the name to the DOJ and allow it to determine whether any crimes have been committed and what should be done to the cowards.

n david · #4 09-06-2018, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Aquila

No.

It would chill any criticism of any sitting President in the future.

This isn't simple criticism of the POTUS. This coward claims to be part of a group actively conspiring and working against the POTUS.

Were it just a bunch of criticism and whining and complaints about Trump, I would agree with you. This isn't that.

Aquila · #5 09-13-2018, 06:47 AM

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This isn't simple criticism of the POTUS. This coward claims to be part of a group actively conspiring and working against the POTUS.

Were it just a bunch of criticism and whining and complaints about Trump, I would agree with you. This isn't that.

How are they working "against" the POSTUS? During this period, he's relatively new. And, he has no political experience. They may have saved his hide a few times. He was a reality TV host. He's not a seasoned politician or national leader. I'm sure as time passes, these "interventions" will become fewer and fewer. I'm no fan of Trump... but I'm just trying to be fair.

Apostolic1ness · #6 09-13-2018, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Aquila

How are they working "against" the POSTUS? During this period, he's relatively new. And, he has no political experience. They may have saved his hide a few times. He was a reality TV host. He's not a seasoned politician or national leader. I'm sure as time passes, these "interventions" will become fewer and fewer. I'm no fan of Trump... but I'm just trying to be fair.

He is a national leader. POTUS

aegsm76 · #7 09-13-2018, 01:28 PM

Just think of the outrage if this had been run during the BHO admin.
The libs would be screaming for the name.

Aquila · #8 09-13-2018, 01:33 PM

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He is a national leader. POTUS

Yeah, I guess if I got elected I could argue that I was a "national leader". lol

Trump still has a little bit of that new car smell left. Every new POTUS needs people to look out for him. If they felt the need to step in and help keep him from making some mistakes, so be it. He should be thankful to have such a team. I get the feeling he demeans them and makes them feel like they are all losers, and he's a hotshot. And that's why they are more than willing to leak how they have to steer him around and keep him out of trouble. Maybe if he were more humble, appreciative of those who serve him, and chose to lead through that humility, I think they'd do the same, but be loyal to the core.

n david · #9 09-13-2018, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Aquila

How are they working "against" the POSTUS? During this period, he's relatively new. And, he has no political experience. They may have saved his hide a few times. He was a reality TV host. He's not a seasoned politician or national leader. I'm sure as time passes, these "interventions" will become fewer and fewer. I'm no fan of Trump... but I'm just trying to be fair.

Did you read the article? This isn't about Trump being new to politics and them trying to help him avoid mistakes. This is about a group who oppose Trump and are constantly working to subvert his authority and actions. It won't become fewer and fewer, as you suggest. The op-ed was a bold, in your face notice to the POTUS that they were working and would continue to work against him....from inside the White House!

Aquila · #10 09-13-2018, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by n david

Did you read the article? This isn't about Trump being new to politics. This is about a group who oppose Trump and are constantly working to subvert his authority and actions. It won't become fewer and fewer, as you suggest. The op-ed was a bold, in your face notice to the POTUS that they were working and would continue to work against him....from inside the White House!

I think that's how it is being spun by folks on the inside who feel disrespected and by the media.

If he was beloved by those serving him, I don't think they would of leaked this, nor do I think it would be painted as subverting his authority. I think it would be seen as watching his back.