To the editor: The letter you printed regarding the large number of negative articles about former President Trump and very few negative articles about Vice President Kamala Harris is dead on. You should be printing comparable articles about her.
I suggest that you provide coverage for her federal trial over her conduct on Jan. 6, 2021, and her efforts to steal the presidency; her New York civil trial for defamation and sexual abuse; her other New York trial for fraud; her federal Florida trial for allegedly stealing documents and refusing to return them; and her Georgia election interference trial.
You should also have coverage for every time that she has talked about using the U.S. military against the American people, every desire she has ever uttered about wanting to be a dictator, and every tariff she has ever championed that would act like a tax on the American people.
Emery Galambos, Los Angeles
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To the editor: To those readers who accuse the L.A. Times of unfairness in its coverage of the two presidential candidates, I offer the following scenario for consideration.
If the Democratic candidate routinely spouted false and dangerous prattle while the Republican candidate consistently offered fact-based and sensible solutions for a better America, what would be the likely approach for the L.A. Times to take?
I have no doubt that this newspaper’s journalistic integrity and commitment to truthful reporting would dictate extensive and aggressive coverage.
The L.A. Times is a Democratic Party apparatchik? Hardly.
Former first lady Michelle Obama speaks on stage during the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Tuesday. (Andrew Harnik / Getty Images)
Michelle Obama Suggests the Presidency Is a ‘Black Job’ in Divisive DNC Speech
If her speech to the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night proved anything, it’s that Michelle Obama is still going low.
The former first lady put the politics of racial division front and center in her address to the Democratic delegates at Chicago’s United Center and her attacks on former President Donald Trump.
And she even suggested in a sly twist on a Trump quote that the American presidency these days is a “black job.”
“For years, Donald Trump did everything in his power to try to make people fear us,” Obama told the crowd.
“See, his limited, narrow view of the world made him feel threatened by the existence of two hardworking, highly educated, successful people who happened to be black.”
As the trained-seals crowd cheered, Obama tried to quiet them.
Did the Obamas hurt race relations in the U.S.?Yes No
“Wait,” she said. “I want to know. I want to know — who’s going to tell him, who’s going to tell him that the job he’s currently seeking might just be one of those ‘black’ jobs?”
As a piece of intellectual dishonesty, the whole statement was brazen.
Pretending opposition to the Obama agenda was based on race is an easy way out for progressives who can’t admit that tens of millions of Americans don’t want the government running their lives.
It wasn’t Donald Trump who made conservative Americans fear and fight the leftist goals of President Barack Obama and his wife. It was the Obamas themselves who did that. Trump has simply become the champion of those Americans.
Michelle Obama knows that. Just like her husband knows it. Whatever their many faults, the Obamas are not stupid people.
But playing into identity politics is the Obama way — and pushing their obsession with race has been their path to power.
That was behind Obama’s sly suggestion about the “black job” in the White House.
The reference was to the grotesquely unfair treatment Trump received during an appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists when he was obliquely criticized for a comment he made during the June 27 presidential debate that illegal immigration is destroying “black jobs.”
Every normal American knows what he meant — service jobs, low-skilled jobs that don’t require college education, the kind of jobs illegal immigrants can take away from American citizens — black and white. Bureau of Labor Statistics figures show black Americans are by no means limited to those occupations, but no one who heard the comment could have failed to understand Trump’s point.
The intent was not to elicit a legitimate response to a legitimate question about the impact of the Biden-Harris illegal immigration invasion on lower-income Americans — including black Americans. It wasn’t even to elucidate for Trump and her audience what the numbers show.
It was to score cheap political points.
And that’s where Michelle Obama’s speech came in, too.
Claiming the American presidency “might be one of those ‘black’ jobs” served the dual purpose of putting down Trump and pushing Vice President Kamala Harris as suitable for the Oval Office on the grounds that her skin contains more melanin than Trump’s.
The facts that Harris is devoid of her own political accomplishments, that she has been part of an administration that has been disastrous — at home and abroad — and that the prospect of Harris in the White House for four more years is appalling for the country’s future are far more important than the color of her skin, or the color of Trump’s skin, or the color of the skin of the Americans who will be voting.
But colorblind, logical thinking doesn’t suit the Obama-Democratic mindset.
Back at the 2016 Democratic National Convention, Michelle Obama claimed that the difference between Republicans and Democrats is that “when they go low, we go high.”
It wasn’t true then. It’s not true now.
The fusillade of insults Obama launched against Trump on Tuesday — as baseless as her jibe about his supposedly “narrow” worldview and shot about the presidency being a “black job” for the “black” Kamala Harris — showed that when it comes to going low, few are as proficient as the former first lady, even if she dresses it up in high-sounding rhetoric.
Elon Musk has never been one to sugarcoat the truth. Whether he’s championing space exploration or reshaping the automotive industry, Musk’s approach is always practical, no-nonsense, and solutions-oriented. But when it comes to climate change, he offers a perspective that sharply contrasts with the fearmongering tactics often used by radical environmentalists.
A Reality Check on Climate Change
While climate change is a real issue that deserves attention, Musk believes the hysteria surrounding it often misses the point. He emphasizes that Earth has weathered countless catastrophic events over billions of years, from massive meteor impacts to supervolcanic eruptions, and life has always found a way to survive. For Musk, the real threat isn’t the extinction of all life on Earth but the potential disruptions to human life specifically.
So, what does that mean for us? According to Musk, we need a balanced approach. Yes, transitioning to a sustainable energy economy is inevitable, but it shouldn’t come at the cost of our way of life. Instead of demonizing fossil fuels or pushing for drastic lifestyle changes, Musk advocates for practical solutions that can work alongside existing industries.
Western Hypocrisy: Climate Extremism vs. Developing Nations
Musk’s critiques go beyond the science of climate change. He often points out the hypocrisy of Western nations that have already achieved prosperity through industrialization but now expect developing countries to follow a different, more restrictive path. As Musk puts it, this is a case of “climbing the ladder and pulling it up after you.” In other words, wealthy nations want to enforce strict environmental standards on nations that are still struggling to meet basic needs.
Take countries like India or those in Africa, for example. Musk understands that asking these nations to prioritize the environment while millions are still grappling with poverty is unrealistic and, frankly, unfair. He sees these expectations as “luxury beliefs” that only those who have already achieved comfort and wealth can afford. For people in developing countries, securing food, clean water, and shelter comes first—environmental concerns come later. Musk’s stance resonates with conservatives who prioritize pragmatic solutions and support economic growth as a means to lift people out of poverty.
Sustainable Energy: The Realistic Path Forward
Despite his critiques of climate alarmism, Musk is one of the biggest champions of sustainable energy. Through companies like Tesla, SolarCity, and SpaceX, he’s driven innovation in electric vehicles, solar energy, and battery technology. His approach is simple: Make sustainable energy sources not just cleaner, but cheaper and more accessible than traditional fossil fuels.
For Musk, the key is decentralization. Instead of massive government-funded infrastructure projects, he envisions local solar installations paired with battery storage, allowing homes and businesses to generate and store their own power. This not only reduces emissions but also makes power generation more resilient and less dependent on centralized grids. Musk’s emphasis on innovation aligns with conservative values of free-market solutions over government mandates. He proves that we can address climate concerns while boosting economic growth and personal freedom.
The War on Fossil Fuels: A Misguided Battle
Musk’s practical perspective extends to fossil fuels as well. While he agrees that we can’t keep burning billions of tons of fossil fuels without consequences forever, he rejects the notion that oil and gas are inherently evil. Fossil fuels have played a significant role in human development, and transitioning away from them must be done sensibly.
He calls for a gradual shift rather than a full-blown war on fossil fuels. For Musk, making people feel guilty for driving gas-powered cars or eating a steak is both unnecessary and counterproductive. Musk’s vision focuses on empowering people with better choices, not shaming them into compliance.
The Conservative Case for Musk’s Perspective
Many conservatives find Musk’s approach refreshing and aligned with their values. He rejects radicalism and insists on common-sense solutions that don’t require massive government intervention or an overhaul of the American lifestyle. Instead, Musk promotes innovation that benefits everyone, regardless of economic status.
His emphasis on personal responsibility and market-driven solutions speaks directly to those who are tired of environmental elites dictating policy from gated communities and private jets. Musk’s message is simple: Move toward sustainability, but don’t destroy prosperity in the process. This balanced approach should be the model for addressing climate change in the future—one that lifts all boats without sinking the ship.
Final Thoughts
Elon Musk offers a practical, balanced, and economically sound perspective on climate change. He believes in the power of innovation to create a cleaner planet, not in forcing people to adopt restrictive measures that hurt their livelihoods. His message aligns with a conservative approach that values prosperity, personal freedom, and common-sense solutions.
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