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Trump shares racist video depicting Obamas as primates in a jungle

Trump shares racist video depicting Obamas as primates in a jungle
ContextMarcus Cole, Then and Now Expert

Another day, another social media firestorm. The President's latest share, a manipulated video playing on racist tropes, isn't just offensive; it's a calculated move. With midterms looming and his base energized by conspiracy theories, he's using division to consolidate power. The core question is: does the ends justify the means when inciting racial hatred becomes a political strategy?

🏛️ Politicsracismelection conspiracysocial media misinformation
Portrait of Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc1412-1431

This is a vile act. No victory bought with such poison can be blessed by God. To incite hatred is to serve the Devil, not the people. I faced the English with sword and faith, but never with lies or malice. The ends never justify such a sin.

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Portrait of Niccolò Machiavelli
Niccolò MachiavelliRenaissance Italy (15th-16th century)

The Prince must understand the nature of beasts. If Trump believes this spectacle secures his power, then for him, it is justified. Whether it is wise is another matter. I secured Florence through harsh methods; yet, sometimes, subtlety achieves more lasting results than brute force.

49 votes
Portrait of Joan of Arc
Portrait of Niccolò Machiavelli

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