There
are few men in America that garner the respect than Rep. John Lewis, but this boycott is not a reason for reverence. Lewis and some 60 or so of his peers in
the House of Representatives are boycotting the inauguration of Donald Trump as
the 45th President of the United States.
I
can understand being opposed to a candidate for office and not being happy for
their election; however, they were elected and they serve as our President.
Just as Barack Obama was elected, Just as George W. Bush, Clinton, Bush-41,
Reagan, Carter, and on and on. They may not be our choice, but once they take
that oath of office they do indeed become “OUR” President – AND the
inauguration is a celebration of “OUR” Country.
When
Obama was elected, I heard a lot of folks who wanted him to fail or called him
“Their” or “The Democrat’s” President. That was wrong. Regardless of how you
voted, the man elected to sit in the oval office is indeed “OUR” President and
to wish him to fail is in turn wishing for our country to fail.
That’s why the
members of the House who are boycotting the inaugural aren’t just boycotting
Donald Trump, they’re boycotting America.
Yes, that’s a
strong statement, but it’s the truth. Whether you voted for or against Donald
Trump, this is the transfer of power that makes our country such an amazing
place to live. Since 1797 there has been a peaceful, respectful, and amazing
transfer of power that is unique for all Americans. Boycotting this event shows
contempt for the process, and in turn for our country.
By starting this
page of history with a boycott, these boycotters have only shown that they are
already starting out on a foot of negative wishes, thoughts, and purpose. Yes,
it is their right, But that doesn’t make it right.
John Lewis has a
tremendous history in the Civil Rights Movement and was a friend of Martin
Luther King. I think Dr. King would have looked to start this chapter of our
history with good will in hopes of working together for the betterment of
America. I believe Dr. King would attend the inauguration with respect, Christian
reverence, and in prayer not only for our President, but for our country.
God Bless Us
All,
Bill
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