Former President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Vice President Kamala Harris, labeling her economic proposals as a "full Communist" agenda during a rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The Republican presidential nominee criticized Harris’s recent announcement of policies aimed at combating inflation, accusing her of pushing the United States toward a dangerous path reminiscent of failed communist regimes.

 

Speaking to a packed audience at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, Trump did not hold back in his condemnation of Harris's plans. “In her speech yesterday, Kamala went full Communist,” Trump declared, referring to Harris by the nickname "Comrade Kamala." He argued that her approach to managing the economy, particularly her proposal to impose socialist price controls on groceries, is a direct threat to the nation’s well-being. “She wants to destroy our country. After causing catastrophic inflation, Comrade Kamala announced that she wants to institute socialist price controls,” Trump asserted, drawing parallels between Harris’s proposals and the economic policies that led to disaster in countries like Venezuela and the former Soviet Union.

 

The controversy began when Harris, during a rally in North Carolina, outlined her economic vision for her first 100 days as president. Her plan, aimed at addressing the rising cost of living, includes measures to crack down on price gouging, a practice where companies exploit market conditions to charge exorbitantly high prices for goods. Under her proposal, the Federal Trade Commission would be empowered to enforce a federal ban on price gouging, imposing hefty penalties on companies found guilty of the practice.

 

Trump seized on these proposals, warning his supporters that Harris’s policies could have dire consequences. “What they are doing is a communist takeover of our country,” he proclaimed, further criticizing the plan as not just Communist but also Marxist and fascist. According to Trump, while Harris's ideas might seem appealing on the surface, they are ultimately “very dangerous because it may sound good politically … This is Communist; this is Marxist; this is fascist.”

 

Trump’s remarks reflect his broader strategy of portraying Harris and the Biden administration as proponents of extreme left-wing policies that threaten American freedoms. He framed Harris’s proposals as part of a larger effort by the administration to undermine the free market and impose government control over various aspects of life.

 

In a rare moment of agreement with a media outlet often critical of him, Trump took a few moments during his speech to praise The Washington Post. The left-leaning newspaper had published an editorial criticizing Harris for her stance on price gouging, accusing her of offering “populist gimmicks” rather than legitimate solutions to address inflation. Trump seized on this editorial as evidence that even some in the mainstream media are beginning to see flaws in Harris’s economic approach.

 

The rally in Wilkes-Barre marked Trump’s seventh appearance in Pennsylvania this year, a key battleground state that could play a crucial role in the upcoming presidential election. Recent polls indicate that Pennsylvania’s 19 electoral votes are up for grabs, with Trump and Harris locked in a tight race. Trump's frequent visits to the state underscore its importance in his campaign strategy as he seeks to mobilize his base and sway undecided voters.

 

The stark contrast between Trump’s and Harris’s economic visions highlights the broader ideological divide in the upcoming election. Trump’s criticisms of Harris are likely to resonate with his supporters, who have long viewed him as a staunch defender of free-market capitalism and a bulwark against socialism. By framing Harris’s policies as a threat to the American way of life, Trump is attempting to galvanize voters who fear the encroachment of government control over the economy.

 

On the other hand, Harris’s proposals reflect a different approach to governance, one that seeks to address economic inequality and protect consumers from corporate exploitation. Her emphasis on cracking down on price gouging is likely to appeal to voters who are struggling with the rising cost of living and who believe that the government should play a more active role in regulating the economy.

 

As the election season intensifies, the debate over economic policy is expected to remain a central issue, with both candidates seeking to define the future direction of the country. Trump’s fiery rhetoric and stark warnings about the dangers of communism are likely to continue to be a key part of his campaign strategy as he seeks to win over voters in critical swing states like Pennsylvania.

 

In the coming months, the contrast between Trump’s free-market advocacy and Harris’s proposals for greater government intervention in the economy will likely shape the political discourse. With the stakes high and the outcome uncertain, the battle for Pennsylvania’s electoral votes will be closely watched as a bellwether for the national election.

 

Credit: NYP  2024-08-20

 

 

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In contrast Trump is FULL of S and more and more Americans can smell it (whether emanating from his diapers, mouth, or absurdly named truths. Good riddance to bad rubbish. 

Commies and fascist all in the same(sentence) lmao 🤣 he sounds more looney by the day.As far as harrises ideas tax break for raising kids excellent!first time buyers 25k help excellent!holding corporations to account for price gouging excellent!what’s wrong with that?

Hes right though about Kamala not understanding how free markets work.

Socialist perhaps, definitely NOT communist. Just more Trump twisting and squirming. Squirm baby squirm !

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I wouldn't describe them as full communist.

 

I think "mostly communist" would be more accurate. 

 

She is certainly about as far to the left as any Western leader would be. That's why they are keeping her locked in the basement until election day. It's dangerous to let her talk, the truth might come out.  

4 hours ago, Social Media said:

“In her speech yesterday, Kamala went full Communist,” Trump declared

 

At least she doesn't admire the world's dictators , like Putin , Kim , Xi etc ...

but he does .

Trump condemning anyone for anything is a freakin' joke. Total tosser. 

So the guy unilaterally imposes tariffs on imported goods, claiming "China will pay", when in reality those tariffs just get tacked on to what US consumers, not China, pays.....and then when China retaliates by sourcing agricultural products from South American nations, the guy had to dole out tens of billions of dollars to US Farmers in what can only be described as Socialism/Communism.

 

The phrase best describing what the guy did: "Full on Incompetent"

19 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

I wouldn't describe them as full communist.

 

I think "mostly communist" would be more accurate. 

 

She is certainly about as far to the left as any Western leader would be. That's why they are keeping her locked in the basement until election day. It's dangerous to let her talk, the truth might come out.  

Far from. All the social democratic parties in Europe are far more to the left than she is 

3 hours ago, mdr224 said:

Hes right though about Kamala not understanding how free markets work.

So you agree Trump is not understanding how free markets work with his plan to phase out importing all Chinese essential goods in to the USA if he becomes president?

4 hours ago, Social Media said:

 

Former President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Vice President Kamala Harris, labeling her economic proposals as a "full Communist" agenda during a rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The Republican presidential nominee criticized Harris’s recent announcement of policies aimed at combating inflation, accusing her of pushing the United States toward a dangerous path reminiscent of failed communist regimes.

 

Speaking to a packed audience at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, Trump did not hold back in his condemnation of Harris's plans. “In her speech yesterday, Kamala went full Communist,” Trump declared, referring to Harris by the nickname "Comrade Kamala." He argued that her approach to managing the economy, particularly her proposal to impose socialist price controls on groceries, is a direct threat to the nation’s well-being. “She wants to destroy our country. After causing catastrophic inflation, Comrade Kamala announced that she wants to institute socialist price controls,” Trump asserted, drawing parallels between Harris’s proposals and the economic policies that led to disaster in countries like Venezuela and the former Soviet Union.

 

The controversy began when Harris, during a rally in North Carolina, outlined her economic vision for her first 100 days as president. Her plan, aimed at addressing the rising cost of living, includes measures to crack down on price gouging, a practice where companies exploit market conditions to charge exorbitantly high prices for goods. Under her proposal, the Federal Trade Commission would be empowered to enforce a federal ban on price gouging, imposing hefty penalties on companies found guilty of the practice.

 

Trump seized on these proposals, warning his supporters that Harris’s policies could have dire consequences. “What they are doing is a communist takeover of our country,” he proclaimed, further criticizing the plan as not just Communist but also Marxist and fascist. According to Trump, while Harris's ideas might seem appealing on the surface, they are ultimately “very dangerous because it may sound good politically … This is Communist; this is Marxist; this is fascist.”

 

Trump’s remarks reflect his broader strategy of portraying Harris and the Biden administration as proponents of extreme left-wing policies that threaten American freedoms. He framed Harris’s proposals as part of a larger effort by the administration to undermine the free market and impose government control over various aspects of life.

 

In a rare moment of agreement with a media outlet often critical of him, Trump took a few moments during his speech to praise The Washington Post. The left-leaning newspaper had published an editorial criticizing Harris for her stance on price gouging, accusing her of offering “populist gimmicks” rather than legitimate solutions to address inflation. Trump seized on this editorial as evidence that even some in the mainstream media are beginning to see flaws in Harris’s economic approach.

 

The rally in Wilkes-Barre marked Trump’s seventh appearance in Pennsylvania this year, a key battleground state that could play a crucial role in the upcoming presidential election. Recent polls indicate that Pennsylvania’s 19 electoral votes are up for grabs, with Trump and Harris locked in a tight race. Trump's frequent visits to the state underscore its importance in his campaign strategy as he seeks to mobilize his base and sway undecided voters.

 

The stark contrast between Trump’s and Harris’s economic visions highlights the broader ideological divide in the upcoming election. Trump’s criticisms of Harris are likely to resonate with his supporters, who have long viewed him as a staunch defender of free-market capitalism and a bulwark against socialism. By framing Harris’s policies as a threat to the American way of life, Trump is attempting to galvanize voters who fear the encroachment of government control over the economy.

 

On the other hand, Harris’s proposals reflect a different approach to governance, one that seeks to address economic inequality and protect consumers from corporate exploitation. Her emphasis on cracking down on price gouging is likely to appeal to voters who are struggling with the rising cost of living and who believe that the government should play a more active role in regulating the economy.

 

As the election season intensifies, the debate over economic policy is expected to remain a central issue, with both candidates seeking to define the future direction of the country. Trump’s fiery rhetoric and stark warnings about the dangers of communism are likely to continue to be a key part of his campaign strategy as he seeks to win over voters in critical swing states like Pennsylvania.

 

In the coming months, the contrast between Trump’s free-market advocacy and Harris’s proposals for greater government intervention in the economy will likely shape the political discourse. With the stakes high and the outcome uncertain, the battle for Pennsylvania’s electoral votes will be closely watched as a bellwether for the national election.

 

Credit: NYP  2024-08-20

 

 

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Obviously he doesn't know anything about Communism. It's just he uses a catchphrase without knowing what it means! Dement?😳

8 minutes ago, stupidfarang said:

So you agree Trump is not understanding how free markets work with his plan to phase out importing all Chinese essential goods in to the USA if he becomes president?

Id see america becoming less reliant on chinese products as a positive thing for america, no doubt. The rest of the world would follow suit. China is famous for their proclivity towards quantity over quality 

3 minutes ago, mdr224 said:

Id see america becoming less reliant on chinese products as a positive thing for america, no doubt. The rest of the world would follow suit. China is famous for their proclivity towards quantity over quality 

I would agree with you on being less reliant on chinese products for any country, but we all know that will not happen

Well Trump, some of your buddies are Communist, but that doesn't fit your narrative, does it...

4 hours ago, Jingthing said:

In contrast Trump is FULL of S and more and more Americans can smell it (whether emanating from his diapers, mouth, or absurdly named truths. Good riddance to bad rubbish. 

You and a few others keep saying more are turning away without any validation, other than some people were seen walking to the toilet during a recent rally. I'd say it the opposite, since the use of lawfare and political persecution has become so obvious, he is gaining support,  people can see what is going on despite the msm. 

Don't forget he got 5 million more votes than Obama ever did.

 

Oh dear.....maybe this might explain his current meltdowns......

4 hours ago, Tug said:

Commies and fascist all in the same(sentence) lmao 🤣 he sounds more looney by the day.As far as harrises ideas tax break for raising kids excellent!first time buyers 25k help excellent!holding corporations to account for price gouging excellent!what’s wrong with that?

 Campaiging to Lower living costs.... which rose under her and JB. 

56 minutes ago, stupidfarang said:

So you agree Trump is not understanding how free markets work with his plan to phase out importing all Chinese essential goods in to the USA if he becomes president?

Yes. Definitely. Especially considering that alot of those products are made by American companies. Dumb policy. Tariffs and import taxes only raise costs on products.

 

Trump started this inflationary cycle with his dumb policies, sanctions, and taxes last time around. Let's not let it happen again. The man is dangerous. 

1 hour ago, JonnyF said:

I wouldn't describe them as full communist.

 

I think "mostly communist" would be more accurate. 

 

She is certainly about as far to the left as any Western leader would be. That's why they are keeping her locked in the basement until election day. It's dangerous to let her talk, the truth might come out.  

Who’s ’they Jonny’?

 

Name them.

4 hours ago, Tug said:

Commies and fascist all in the same(sentence) lmao 🤣 he sounds more looney by the day.As far as harrises ideas tax break for raising kids excellent!first time buyers 25k help excellent!holding corporations to account for price gouging excellent!what’s wrong with that?

China is both. 

Just now, Chomper Higgot said:

Who’s ’they Jonny’?

 

Name them.

 

Senior figures within the Democrats campaign team. 

 

If you don't know their names, feel free to google them. 

2 hours ago, neeray said:

Socialist perhaps, definitely NOT communist. Just more Trump twisting and squirming. Squirm baby squirm !

Socialism communism progressivism Marxism liberalism leftism is all the same and only heading in one direction, the rest is just semantics. 

1 hour ago, JonnyF said:

She is certainly about as far to the left as any Western leader would be.

The thing about Trump-type voters is their astonishing ignorance of anything outside Usofa,

 

If Kamala is 'leftwing', then every Western democracy in the whole world is extreme left and indeed Communist. Don't know how we've managed all these years.

2 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

Senior figures within the Democrats campaign team. 

 

If you don't know their names, feel free to google them. 

And you have evidence that these ‘senior figures’ are ‘keeping Harris locked in a basement’ despite the fact she’s out campaigning around the swing states?

 

Or you just making stuff up on the bases of your ill-informed grasp of the Harris Walz campaign?

4 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

And you have evidence that these ‘senior figures’ are ‘keeping Harris locked in a basement’ despite the fact she’s out campaigning around the swing states?

 

Or you just making stuff up on the bases of your ill-informed grasp of the Harris Walz campaign?

 

If you count reading from teleprompters, dancing and cackling as "Campaigning".

 

Let's see if she does any meaningful interviews or debates, or whether she'll suddenly come down with Covid like Biden did when the heat got turned up. 

6 minutes ago, mfd101 said:

The thing about Trump-type voters is their astonishing ignorance of anything outside Usofa,

 

If Kamala is 'leftwing', then every Western democracy in the whole world is extreme left and indeed Communist. Don't know how we've managed all these years.

 

You are denying that Harris is left wing? 

4 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

You are denying that Harris is left wing? 

She's on the left of centre in Usofa. I'm merely pointing out that, by the standards of the rest of the 'Western world', ALL Usofan politics is way way over to the right.

 

As I've had occasion to comment in the past, In Oz I rate as right-of-centre (voting for the Liberal Party), but if I lived in Usofa I would probably vote for Bernie Sanders.

Edited August 20, 20241 yr by mfd101