Public servants. “Why do you bring people like that here? No one wants to see that, the wounded.”
Do you know who said that? Former President Donald Trump. And that should surprise no one.
He was talking about Army Captain Louis Avila. He was honored at a ceremony for having served five tours of duty in Afghanistan and a man who lost his leg in combat.
A man who is an undeniable American hero.
But Donald Trump said that to the Joint Chiefs of Staff chair, General Mark Milley. And then, when he was done, he said to the general, “He’s not welcome here again.” He, meaning Captain Avila.
Think about that for a second.
That is disdain and disrespect for members of our armed services.
Trump is the same person who said of John McCain, “I like people who are not captured.”
Without question, always honor and respect the integrity of those who serve in combat and wars.
In combat, people who serve our country must constantly prepare for at least two things. One, to give up their life. And two, to take the life of another.
Sit with that for a second.
We must honor all Americans, whether they serve in combat, in a classroom, or as a secretary in one of our government agencies.
Everyone must respect anyone who serves as a public servant for America.
Public servants are at the heart of our democracy.