Staff Reports
This week’s installment of the ongoing tragicomedy that is the New York Times Editorial Board has arrived, leaving many observers scrunching their noses in disbelief. While it’s common for the Left to hit a new low every week, this latest tantrum about Donald Trump deserves special mention. Clearly, the board has turned to TDS—Trump Derangement Syndrome—as their new favorite pastime, with each missive serving as a reminder of just how unhinged their worldview has become.
The editorial released by the board, ominously titled “The Dangers of Donald Trump, From Those Who Know Him,” reflects a group desperately grasping for relevance after years of bitter whining. The article mimics a poorly rehearsed school play, where the protagonist (in this case, Trump) is being drummed out by a chorus of emotionally charged former aides and GOP insiders crying for their moment in the spotlight. This would be more amusing if it weren’t laced with undertones of fear-mongering against a man who, despite their best efforts, still reigns as a formidable figure in American politics.
It's been a few weeks since I did a TDS column:
Trump Derangement Syndrome Meltdown of the Week — New York Times Editorial Board Fills Its Diaper AGAIN https://t.co/E6VABHhz9e— SFK (@stephenkruiser) September 27, 2024
To add to the farce, the editorial refers to multiple “alarmed” individuals—91 in total—who have allegedly raised serious concerns about Trump’s character and fitness for office. However, what the Past-Their-Prime Times fails to acknowledge is that these folks are not stepping into the lion’s den by calling out Trump; instead, they’re simply feeding the media machine that’s been revving in hyperdrive since his presidency. One must remember that in the world of political commentary, there’s plenty of cash in being a Republican who speaks against Trump, so this idea of career sacrifice rings hollow. The reality is there’s less risk critiquing Trump than there is skyrocketing praise for him among those who understand his policies have resonated broadly with mainstream America.
The pièce de résistance is the editorial’s assertion that the voices in opposition could offer historical weight to their complaints, with quotes that date back to 2016. It’s tough to believe that in the progressive echo chamber of the Times, there’s any realization that many of these same critics have since recognized that the real threat to democracy—paired with a hearty dose of incompetence—might be the current administration. Moreover, instead of genuine criticism, what the Times regurgitates is an outdated assortment of claims from opponents who have since capitulated to the reality that, as they put it, Kamala Harris and Biden are not exactly leading the charge for a brighter future.
It’s rich to witness a publication like the Times continue to back Kamala Harris, who can barely string two coherent thoughts together. With an election cycle approaching, her muddled platform, laden with superficial sound bites, should give anyone hesitant to vote for her a serious case of the jitters. They elect to ignore her lack of substance, instead opting to insist she is a qualified candidate while attempting to portray Trump as “unfit.” The irony isn’t lost on those familiar with her track record; it seems the justification for their double standards hinges on cronyism rather than competency.
In summation, the Times’ editorial board is nothing short of the petulant child in the class who can’t understand why everyone else is having fun while they wallow in self-pity. With their desperate attempts to tear down Trump, they convince no one outside their echo chamber. Their fanciful narratives make for great snippets on social media, yet they lack the depth and conviction necessary to sway the average American citizen. As the election draws nearer, it remains to be seen if the Times can muster anything more than these recycled rants, or if they will continue to watch from the sidelines as support for Trump stubbornly persists.
