Americans outraged that Trump is publicly voicing their private contempt for military service
WASHINGTON — Americans everywhere are condemning President Donald Trump for allegedly calling dead American soldiers "suckers" and "losers" in 2018, publicly voicing opinions of contempt for the military which most Americans say should only be expressed in private.
"I think it's absolutely disgraceful that Donald Trump has said out loud what many of us clearly believe but are afraid to say in public," said Ana Holcomb from Battle Creek, Mich.
Holcomb said she proudly supports the troops and thanks them for their service and everything they do, while privately admitting that she would do everything possible to stop her own son from ever wearing a uniform.
"He's just better than that," Holcomb added. "Don't get me wrong: I respect the military, but I think those jobs should be saved for the less-advantaged members of our society, like people trying to get off drugs or out of juvenile delinquency."
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden also added his criticism over President Trump's re…
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