Trump Refers to Warren as "Pocahontas" at Navajo Veteran Code Talkers Event
At a Navajo veterans' event, Trump makes 'Pocahontas' crack
Dan Merica, Nov. 28, 2017
An event was held at the White House on Monday, the 27th of November, in order to credit two Navajo code talkers for their outstanding work during World War II. While all seemed to be going smoothly at first, the event would suddenly take a sharp turn when Trump made a slight racial slur directed towards Native Americans.
While speaking to those being honored, Trump stated, "I just want to thank you because you are very, very special people." Only seconds later would he refer to Elizabeth Warren as "Pocahontas" by saying, "[Navajos] were here long before any of us were here, although, we have a representative in Congress who has been here a long time... they call her Pocahontas!" In addition to the multiple Native American tribes and communities being upset with Trump for his words, others are upset with his actions as well, as he said this all in front of an Andrew Jackson picture, someone who is partially known for hatred, executions, and legislative acts against Native Americans in early America.
Although President Trump had no intentions of offending any of the code talkers, several of those in attendance could not believe what had just happened and displayed that feeling by resorting to almost complete silence.
Questions:
How will this affect Trump presidency in terms of support from Congress?
How much of an effect will publicly apologizing to both, Warren and the Native American tribes/communities, have?
http://www.cnn.com/2017/11/27/politics/trump-pocahontas-navajo-code-talkers/index.html
If Trump were to apologize to Warren and the Native American community, which is highly doubtful, it would not have much of an impact. His behavior and use of the racial slur in the past demonstrate that this was not a slip-up. While it could show some remorse for his actions, his history is a very clear indicator that he has little respect for Warren and the Native American community. The president is setting a bad example for his people and the global community. Trump was out of line when he used that name at the ceremony, but nothing is really going to change his behavior.
ReplyDeleteIf Trump were to publicly apologize, the apology would not have much of an impact. The fact that many of his comments are out of line is not something the public is unfamiliar with, so it is clear that his statement was not an anomaly. The apology won't mean anything because it's not sincere and it doesn't change anything. If Trump truly wants to be respectful and not offend anyone then he never would have said the insensitive things to begin with.
ReplyDeleteI think that Trump apologizing to the Native American community and Elizabeth Warren would not have a noticeable impact due to his past insults and tirades that he never apologized for. Even if Trump did apologize (which he probably won't), he most likely would not be sincere about it.
ReplyDeleteI think that unfortunately trumps actions do not have an effect because it is not new for Trump to speak offensively or out of line. He does this all the time and so far it has had no impact. If Trump were to apologize it would have a little effect just because it would be so out of character, but he won't, and it wont really make a difference if he did anyway.
ReplyDeleteAn apology from Trump would not make a difference due to the number of other racial or controversial statements he has made. Since Trump continues to say racial or bigot remarks, the public has become numb to these comment, thus making any apologize inconsequential. Similar to if Trump does apologize, Trump not apologizing will also not affect his presidency.
ReplyDeleteI feel as though if Trump were to apologize to the Native Tribes and Elizabeth Warren it would make somewhat of a difference on his public image but it wouldn't make what he said okay. If Trump gave a public statement (not a tweet) apologizing I feel as though many Americans would commend him for owning up to his mistakes and even I would respect him more because in this instance he stooped extremely low. I feel if Trump were to own up to this it would make him look better in the publics eyes.
ReplyDeleteI believe that if Trump apologized to the Native Tribes and Elizabeth Warren, it would have no impact on his presidency at all. This is a reoccurring issue for him, so it is nothing new to Congress or us as people. However, that does not make it right and I think a public apology is the least he could do and may be a step in the right direction for his future plans for the nation.
ReplyDeleteI don't think a public apology would have that much impact. The damage has already been done and, to be honest, it is hard to believe that Trump's apology would be sincere. Regardless, Trump's base of support is loyal and therefore his comments will probably not have a huge impact on his image to them.
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ReplyDeleteThe context is important here. Senator Elizabeth Warren lied about having Native American heritage in order to gain special minority treatment. Donald Trump mocked her by calling her "Pocahontas." He's done it multiple times, and in this particular case, it was completely inappropriate and immature. However, calling this a racial slur may be taking it too far. In a vacuum, it's not offensive to Native Americans, it's calling out one person who lied about being Native American. The only offensive part is the situation in which he made the joke. At the end of the day, we must consider: what's worse? Lying about your race, or making an innocent, if not dumb, joke about it?
ReplyDeleteHow will this affect Trump presidency in terms of support from Congress? This will definitely affect Trump negatively. As he continues to support the stupid white male, with comments like this. Will the Native Americans be able to take such a man seriously?
ReplyDeleteHow much of an effect will publicly apologizing to both, Warren and the Native American tribes/communities, have? Little to none, maybe just overall settling out. Overall the tribes I feel would be mad about this comment. It is like saying Trump is like the Charles Manson...
Trump publicly apologizing would have no meaning at this point. He has said too many radical and indecent things that we can't keep up with. He fails to understand races other than his own and to joke as calling Warren "Pocahontas" just shows his racism with disrespectful comments like these.
ReplyDeleteIn spite of his inappropriate comments, I still believe that Trump holds strong with his core Republican supporters. However, in everyone else's eyes, the respect for Trump continues to decline. An apology now would essentially serve no purpose, because Trump has no excuses for making such comments. His words only further show his insensitivity and disrespectfulness.
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