Though you might not, I wonder at these things. I wonder at how they show Donald Trump is knifing out his opposition and solidifying his power to rule the United States.
You might have noticed there was primary election in Nevada this past day. Trump wasn't even on the ballot. Didn't need to be. The party pulled a switcheroo this year, opting to nominate their candidate through party caucuses -- where political maneuvering has greater influence -- rather than through a primary election.
So, there's that. But read on.
In Utah, the party also opted out of a presidential primary, choosing to go with the convention process (once again, notice that leaves political hucksters with greater leverage) instead.
Another significant news story this past day? Ronna McDaniel, after falling out of favor with Trump, is stepping down as chairperson of the Republican National Committee. And, among the reasons Trump pressured McDaniel out? She had had the RNC go ahead with debates, even though Trump chose not to participate in them and didn't want them, at all, since they just gave voice to and showcased his opponents.
And, we have heard much, read much, about how the Trump machine has pressured and persuaded other Republican politicians to endorse him. The word "coalescing," has been used in those stories. The Washington establishment "coalesced" around Trump.
And, don't forget that there was a movement to name Trump the presumptive nominee, watering down the relevance of even holding primaries all across the nation. That movement pulled up short only when an outcry against it rose up.
Grab as much power for loyal party insiders as you can. Rip it away the the common voters. Silence the opposition by blocking out debates. It was a great day for Trump, if you don't like democracy.
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