IHIP News Let the BS Begin
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Jan 20, 2025 Supporters of a controversial figure express frustration over unfulfilled promises on a critical day. Inaugural fundraising debates reveal stark economic concerns as priorities clash. Protests in D.C. serve as a vivid reminder of accountability, while the legacy of racism remains a focal point. The unsettling veneration of divisive leaders raises questions about political allegiance and its ramifications. Critiques of political rhetoric highlight the urgent call for allyship in combating systemic racism and inequality.
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Trump's Inauguration Grift
- Trump sold 220,000 inauguration tickets, but DC hotels were only at 70% capacity.
- He's being accused of exploiting supporters for financial gain after holding the inauguration indoors.
Disappointed Supporter
- A Trump supporter from Oklahoma expressed disappointment at not seeing the inauguration in person after traveling to D.C.
- They felt they could have stayed home and watched it on TV.
Ego and Grift
- Trump's ego wouldn't allow a small crowd inauguration, but it was also a grift.
- He raised over $200 million, but it's unlikely to reimburse the attendees.