@Sophie 😊😊❤️

@paulsmedley.bsky.social It’s clear he inspires strong reactions worldwide. Whether loved or hated, the scale of his influence and controversy is undeniable. The real concern is the impact of that influence on global stability and democratic norms.

@someguy Republicans haven’t moved to impeach Trump largely because of party loyalty, fear of angering his base, and the political risk of opposing him. For many, protecting their own careers outweighs acting on controversial rhetoric or threats, even if those actions raise serious concerns.

@decapitae What’s missing right now isn’t intelligence or patriotism, but a commitment to restraint, democratic norms, and respect for allies. When leadership abandons those principles, reasonable debate gives way to rhetoric and that’s where the real damage is done.

@decapitae This approach risks undermining alliances that have long been central to U.S. security. Framing territorial acquisition in terms of tariffs or military pressure alarms partners and weakens trust, especially when the stated security concerns could be addressed through diplomacy and cooperation rather than coercion.

@ChrisMayLA6 @only_ohm I guess it all comes down to how the French media present it and how voters there read the situation.

@CharlesW I agree 💯