How often have we heard someone, in past elections, claim that they might not vote because, it makes little or no difference, and they (all politicians) were the same, etc? In fact, during the 2016 presidential election, the data indicates that as many or more people did not exercise their right to vote than actually voted. Also, perhaps because of the quirks of the Electoral College, and a candidate with the most popular votes does not always/automatically win, many potential voters have little faith in the American political system, or the potential impact , your vote does! After these past four years, many realize that who wins an election often makes a significant difference, and some fear that history will repeat itself in 2020. Polls seem to indicate that roughly 35% of the electorate will vote for Trump, regardless, and 40% will automatically oppose him and vote for just about anyone else! This means that potentially the future of the Free World and this great nation will be determined by the other 25% and where they live and vote! Whether one supports, opposes, or is in some way neutral to the candidates/nominees of the two major parties, most agree that there is a significant difference, in the way each probably , would play the role. With that in mind, this article will briefly attempt to consider, examine, review, and discuss 6 significant areas where Trump and Biden differ.
one. systemic racism; Public Health: government services: Due to the murders of George Floyd and a few others, there has been a lot of attention on the inherent areas of systemic racism within this nation! It often seems that President Trump favors antagonistic and polarizing leadership, while Biden’s career indicates that he is trying to bring people together for the greater good. As each man traveled to Wisconsin after the recent shooting by a police officer, the president delivered a message focused on fears, law and order, and applauded the police, while Joe Biden spoke with members of the affected community, and his running mate, were reunited with the critically injured man during the interaction. We have witnessed Trump’s approach to public health, often denying science and articulating a populist message, while, Biden emphasized, trusting science and public health experts. A similar mindset difference is evident when it comes to government and human services, especially those required and needed, by our most needy communities and citizens.
two. Empathy: Never have we seen the current occupant of the White House exhibit sincere and genuine empathy, often claiming that he was a stable genius and knew better than the experts! His opponent, on the other hand, emphasizes taking the time to listen and learn effectively from every conversation and experience!
3. Constitutional guarantees: Biden recently stated that he would respect the limitations, stated and implied in the US Constitution, in terms of the powers and authority of the Presidency. How many times the current one, apparently, has exceeded those limits, and has seemed, somewhat, disinterested, in the Constitutional guarantees, especially, regarding the maintenance of freedoms, rights and freedoms, for all.
Four. international diplomacy: By removing us from various international agreements, including, NAFTA, and his opposition approach, to NATO, WHO, United Nations, etc., Trump has alienated many of our historical allies and is apparently trying to improve the relationship with Russia, etc. It seems that Biden would proceed, in a way that many might consider, more conventional/normal!
5. partisan politics: While we witness partisan politics too often, the degree of polarization, exclusion, and extreme partisan relationships and actions, and Trump’s rhetoric/vitriol, has been significant and troubling to many! Again, while his opponent certainly has certain partisan preferences, he has in the past seemed willing to reach across the aisle in an attempt to create some kind of meeting of the minds, for the Greater Good.
6. Environment/Climate Change: Have we ever remembered, in recent memory, a leader of this nation who seemed to deny climate change and/or downplay it? Furthermore, Trump has reduced many regulations, which are designed to protect our environment, appearing to prioritize economic issues over the sustainability of the planet. His opponent of his seems to have a more sustainable approach to leading our nation!
There is a significant difference between how these two individuals could serve as President of the United States! They are not all the same!
