Janice R. Andrews
At a gathering that showed how different former President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump are, Trump’s harsh words were once again the main attraction. At his most recent event in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Trump didn’t hold back, even though both Melania Trump and Reverend Franklin Graham seemed to be pleading with him to tone down his language.
Trump was very mean to Vice President Kamala Harris at the gathering. He said that everything she touches “turns to s**t.” He said these things as part of a bigger attack on Harris’s record in which he said she lacks “common sense.” The way the crowd responded showed that Trump’s direct style continues to connect with his fans, even if it makes some of his friends uncomfortable.
Melania Trump Doesn’t Have Much Power
Reports say that Melania Trump told her husband not to use bad language in his campaign talks. She has usually been more calm when she is with her husband. This request is similar to what famous religious leader Reverend Franklin Graham said. Graham also told Trump to tone down his words. Trump did say, though, that he respects their opinions but can’t help but use strong words when he wants to make a point.
Trump told the crowd, “My wife also says, ‘Please don’t use bad language.'” “But it’s tough. Some words can’t be used twice. I try, but I can’t make it again.”
Trump’s rants continue to cause trouble
Trump has always insisted on using bad language, and it has become an important part of his political image. However, people on both parts of the political spectrum have said bad things about it, especially when it comes to problems of public behaviour and respect.
In a letter to Trump, Reverend Graham said that he liked Trump’s protests but asked him not to use bad language. He said that Trump’s talks would be more powerful without it. Trump told his fans this story and said, “Franklin is probably right.” I’m not sure if I agree with him. He’s a great person, though.
A Theme That Keeps Coming Up in the Campaign
There have been other times in 2024 when language has been a big issue in the election period. Vice President Kamala Harris made news earlier this year when she used a swear word in a speech at a gathering for Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Americans. Harris used tough language, which got cheers from the crowd. She quickly apologised, which made the situation a little less serious.
Even though the campaign is heating up, it’s clear that language and tone will still be a point of disagreement, both within and between parties. It looks like Trump’s choice to keep up his brash style was well thought out, even though those close to him are telling him to be careful.
