TRUMP: Working for Putin

What is happening to America in this 21st century? Until January 2016, we were a progressive country under a forward-thinking leader, who was eager to support technology for clean energy and was concerned about global warming’s effect on our planet. These progressive ideas are essential for clean energy and the survival of Earth. Now, under new leadership, we’re reverting to the 19th century!

I wonder if there is an ulterior motive or two prompting our president to favor our return to 19th century “technology,” by favoring full-bore coal production, the leading source of carbon dioxide emissions. Makes one wonder, does he have massive stock in the oil companies?

In another vein, America was founded by immigrants in search of freedom to exercise their religious beliefs, to enjoy freedom of speech and freedom of press, our First Amendment rights. We have come a long way, but President Trump is circumventing these rights. Example: He uses the term “fake news,” as does Russian president Vladimir Putin, attempting to undermine the credibility of the press, jeopardizing the rights of our citizens. Also, his banning certain races of immigrants’ entry into the United States is not what America is all about.

Trump is attempting to undo everything he possibly can, that has made America great, which leads me to believe Donald Trump is in Vladimir Putin’s pocket. If Putin has his way, he will take over the United States of America with the help of Donald Trump!

JANIE HANSEN

Coeur d’Alene