New York, NY: As former President Donald Trump gears up for a major rally at Madison Square Garden, Democratic Party officials have a bold plan to remind New Yorkers and rally attendees of Trump’s controversial comments regarding Adolf Hitler. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is organizing a large-scale projection of phrases such as “TRUMP PRAISED HITLER,” “TRUMP=UNSTABLE,” and “TRUMP=UNFIT” on the walls of the famous arena. The goal is to challenge Trump’s record and present these reminders as part of the final stretch of the campaign, especially as early voting begins across several states.
Background on Trump’s Comments
Trump’s past remarks related to Adolf Hitler have long been a point of contention. In an interview with CNN earlier this year, Retired Marine General John Kelly, who served as Trump’s Chief of Staff, recalled Trump stating that “Hitler did some good things,” a comment Kelly said shocked him. According to Kelly, Trump once referred to Hitler’s generals in an admiring tone, though Kelly pointed out that many of these generals tried to overthrow Hitler multiple times. Trump’s relationship with controversial historical figures also reportedly includes a book of Hitler’s speeches that, according to a 1990 article by Vanity Fair, Trump allegedly kept in his personal collection.
Kamala Harris and Other Democratic Leaders Speak Out
Vice President Kamala Harris, among other Democratic leaders, has been vocal about Trump’s track record and behavior, referring to him as a “danger to American security” and calling him “unstable.” Harris recently addressed the issue during a CNN town hall, where she criticized Trump’s history of what she views as authoritarian tendencies. Other leaders in the Democratic Party have also spoken up, with some branding Trump’s leadership style as “authoritarian” and “dictatorial,” raising concerns about his suitability for the office as he campaigns once again for the presidency.
Timing Amidst Early Voting and Campaign Pressures
The DNC’s move to project these messages outside of Madison Square Garden comes just as early voting is underway and is timed to keep voters informed about their perspective on Trump’s suitability as a candidate. The plan is to capture attention not only from Trump’s supporters attending the rally but also from New Yorkers who may be passing by. This event is part of a broader Democratic strategy to ensure voters have all the information before casting their ballots.
With voter turnout critical in the current climate, Democrats are emphasizing what they see as the risks of Trump’s return to power, pointing to both his statements on Hitler and his alleged admiration for authoritarian leaders. By bringing these concerns directly to the rally’s location, the Democrats aim to make a visible and memorable statement ahead of Election Day.
