Letters to the Editor: Responses to “Trump’s Lies” Op-Chart

In a recent Op-Chart by David Leonhardt and Stuart A. Thompson, the lies of President Donald Trump were laid out for all to see. The article highlighted the numerous falsehoods that have been spread by the president over the past five months. While some may argue that lying is a common practice in politics, the sheer volume and audacity of Trump’s lies are cause for concern.

Here are some of the key lies that have been told by President Trump:

– Trump claimed that he had the largest inauguration crowd in history, despite photographic evidence to the contrary.
– Trump falsely stated that millions of illegal votes were cast in the 2016 election, with no evidence to support this claim.
– Trump has repeatedly claimed that the Russia investigation is a “witch hunt” and a “hoax,” despite multiple indictments and guilty pleas from individuals connected to his campaign.

These are just a few examples of the many lies that have been told by President Trump. The question remains: why does he continue to lie so blatantly and frequently?

One possible explanation is that lying works for Trump. It gets him attention and headlines, and his supporters seem to revel in the frustration of the mainstream media. However, the real danger lies in the fact that Trump’s lies are not just harmless exaggerations – they have real consequences.

Trump’s narcissistic lying poses a threat to democracy in several ways. First, it undermines the credibility of the presidency and erodes public trust in government institutions. When the president of the United States can’t be trusted to tell the truth, it creates a climate of uncertainty and division.

Second, Trump’s lies have a chilling effect on the media and free speech. By labeling any negative coverage as “fake news” and attacking journalists who challenge him, Trump is attempting to silence dissent and control the narrative. This is a dangerous precedent that threatens the very foundation of our democracy.

In conclusion, it is clear that President Trump’s penchant for lying is not just a harmless quirk – it is a serious threat to our democracy. It is up to all of us, as citizens, to hold our leaders accountable and demand honesty and transparency in government.

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/06/23/opinion/trumps-lies.html