After the shocking assassination attempt on President Trump, former Biden White House Communications Director Jen Psaki made an extraordinary demand that the GOP Convention be altered to "calm the tone." However, such a response would be a grave mistake.
In the wake of the horrific assassination attempt on President Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, former Biden White House Communications Director Jen Psaki made an astonishing demand that the upcoming GOP Convention in Milwaukee be changed to "calm the tone." This ridiculous request not only disregards the severity of the attack but also reveals the Democrats' misguided belief that any challenge to their power is beyond the bounds of reason.
On the contrary, the correct response to Saturday's shocking events would be for the GOP Convention to proceed precisely as planned. This is a matter of principle and a lesson from history.
A Lesson from the Past: Why the GOP Convention Must Go Ahead as Planned
In 1984, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher narrowly escaped an assassination attempt by the Irish Republican Army during the Conservative Party convention in Brighton, England. The attack killed five people and injured more than thirty.
Despite the grave danger, Thatcher refused to succumb to fear. She insisted that the conference continue as scheduled and even ensured that a local store was opened early so that attendees could acquire fresh clothing. Just hours after the attempt on her life, she addressed the conference with unwavering determination.
A Lesson from the Past: Why the GOP Convention Must Go Ahead as Planned
Thatcher's courage and leadership sent a powerful message: terrorism will not dictate our lives. It is a lesson that we must heed today.
By altering the GOP Convention in response to the assassination attempt, we would be playing into the hands of those who seek to intimidate and silence us. It would send a message that violence can succeed in suppressing our political discourse.
A Lesson from the Past: Why the GOP Convention Must Go Ahead as Planned
Furthermore, Psaki's criticism of the convention's themes—"Make America Wealthy Again," "Make America Safe Once Again," and "Make America Great Once Again"—is absurd. These are not inflammatory or threatening slogans; they are aspirations shared by millions of Americans.
The threats that we face today are not solely external. The radical left has been waging a relentless assault on free speech, seeking to shut down any views that deviate from their own. They have demonized their political opponents, accusing them of racism, fascism, and even treason.
A Lesson from the Past: Why the GOP Convention Must Go Ahead as Planned
This atmosphere of fear and intolerance has created a breeding ground for violence. The attack on President Trump is a chilling example of what can happen when hatred and division are allowed to fester.
It is precisely in moments like these that we must stand firm. The GOP Convention must go ahead as planned as a symbol of our resolve to resist intimidation and violence. It must be a platform for promoting unity, prosperity, and the strength of our nation.
Let us take our cue not from Jen Psaki but from Margaret Thatcher. She showed us that even in the face of adversity, we must never surrender our principles. By standing strong together, we can send a powerful message that democracy will prevail.
