Gordon Robinson | Death of a patriot; death of a nation
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On March 21, proof beyond a reasonable doubt that USA is a soulless, cruel, immoral nation was presented.
Let me be clear. There are Americans who are good, thoughtful, kind, intelligent people. They are very much in the minority. As a collective, USA lacks a moral compass or facsimile of a relationship with humanity.
So what happened?
It began on March 20 when Robert Mueller died. Who was Robert Mueller? According to every lazy man’s source, Wikipedia:
“A graduate of Princeton and New York Universities, Mueller served as a US Marine Corps officer during the Vietnam War, receiving a Bronze Star for heroism and a Purple Heart. He later attended University of Virginia School of Law. Mueller was a registered Republican in Washington D.C. and was appointed or reappointed to Senate-confirmed positions by Presidents George H.W. Bush; Bill Clinton; George W. Bush and Barack Obama [my emphasis].”
Normally, I wouldn’t rely on Wikieediat but the basic résumé facts are true. Important personal factoids escaping its contributors include that when his first daughter was born, in Hawaii, Mueller was in Vietnam. He secured medical leave; flew across the Pacific; met his daughter; spent a few hours with wife and daughter before flying back to Vietnam.
He survived that particular Hell on Earth; returned home; studied law; then spent much of his legal career in public service including acting as U.S. Deputy Attorney-General.
On September 5, 2001, George W. Bush appointed him FBI head. Everybody knows what happened six days later. Robert Mueller led FBI’s response to “9/11” so effectively that he’s the only FBI Director since J. Edgar Hoover permitted by Congress to stay beyond the statutory ten year limit.
Robert Mueller was an American patriot; a man of highest integrity; a devoted family man; and a committed, effective public servant.
Robert Mueller wasn’t an illegal immigrant; a convict; or the source of any threat, imminent or otherwise, to USA. He was an American citizen who served his country with distinction.
On March 21, at 3.55pm, Barack Obama tweeted the following:
Bob Mueller was one of the finest directors in [FBI] history, transforming the bureau after 9/11 and saving countless lives. But it was his relentless commitment to the rule of law and his unwavering belief in our bedrock values that made him one of the most respected.
At 4.22pm, George W. Bush Presidential Center tweeted:
Statement by President George W. Bush on Robert Mueller: “Laura and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Robert Mueller. Bob dedicated his life to public service. As a Marine in Vietnam, he proved he was ready for tough assignments. He earned a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart before returning home to pursue law. In 2001, only one week into the job as the 6th [FBI] Director, Bob transitioned the agency mission to protecting the homeland after September 11. He led the agency effectively, helping prevent another terrorist attack on U.S. soil. Laura and I send our heartfelt sympathy to his wife of nearly 60 years, Ann, and the Mueller family.”
But the first to comment was the current President who, at 12.26pm, posted on “Truth Social”:
“Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead.”
Context? On May 17, 2017, Mueller was appointed Special Counsel to investigate alleged Russian interference in 2016’s U.S. Presidential election. His report was submitted in 2019. According to Trump Administration spin the report was a “complete and total vindication of the President.” In reality, although Mueller was unable to find proof of collusion with Trump’s campaign, his report listed numerous examples of Russian interference with the election to benefit Trump and damage Hillary Clinton.
Apparently “complete and total vindication” wasn’t enough to result in standard expression of regret upon the death of an outstanding public servant. It seems merely to investigate was sufficiently aggravating to make a sitting USA President post:
“Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead.”
This American patriot left behind a grieving widow after sixty years of marriage and two heartbroken daughters. In their moment of unbearable loss this is what the “Leader of the Free World” had to offer:
“Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead.”
Good? That’s what you say when a power cut ends; or dinner is ready; or baby-sitter turns up on time.
That’s NOT what Presidents say when a citizen with unblemished service record passes away. That’s NOT what a national leader offers a devastated family who can’t think straight because the centre of their Universe has gone.
“Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead.”
But I’m not speaking to that fat, frabjous, frumptious, footling fool (shout out to readers of the Billy Bunter books) masquerading as a national exemplar. He’ll soon discover Karma is a beach and sand gets in your crevices. When he passes, many current suffocating sycophants will be glad he’s dead. They’ll dance (or worse) on his grave.
I want to talk, directly, to the cowards who stand by him despite knowing better. They facilitate chaos, cruelty, inequity, subversion of national principles and world endangerment. It’s THEIR fault. He can’t do any of this without THEM.
When the night has come
and the land is dark
and the moon is the only light we’ll see.
No, I won’t be afraid.
Oh, I won’t be afraid
just as long as you stand, stand by me
Let’s start with the Vice President. During 2016’s presidential election, Vance wrote that he goes “back and forth between thinking Trump is a cynical a–hole like Nixon who wouldn’t be that bad (and might even prove useful) or that he’s America’s Hitler” (pbs.org; July 15, 2024). He also publicly called Trump an “idiot” and said he was “reprehensible” (reuters.com; November 6, 2024). In 2016 he told journalist Charlie Rose he was a “never-Trump guy.”
If the sky that we look upon
should tumble and fall
or the mountains should crumble to the sea
I won’t cry; I won’t cry.
No I won’t shed a tear
just as long as you stand, stand by me.
Excerpts from an interview by CNN’s Chief Political Correspondent, Dana Bash, after Republican Primaries:
“ DANA BASH: Senator Graham, you’re announcing you won’t vote for Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump. You’re a dyed in the wool Republican. Why can’t you get on board with your party’s nominee?
GRAHAM: I just don’t believe Donald Trump is a reliable conservative Republican….. A lot of my colleagues will vote for him enthusiastically, some will hold their nose. I just can’t go there with Donald.
BASH: But Senator, Republican voters chose Donald Trump over you and 15 other Republican candidates. So are you out of step with your party?
GRAHAM: Could be. I would’ve supported all 16 except for the Donald…. He lost me when he accused George W. Bush of lying to the American people about the Iraq War, and he thinks Putin’s a good guy, so, I just can’t go there…. I just really believe the Republican Party has been conned and this guy isn’t a reliable conservative Republican.”
Since 2024, Lindsey Graham has been a staunch Trump ally and golfing buddy. He frequently articulated personal affection and admiration for Trump’s strength. Graham has expressed “love” for Trump and suggested “God still has plans for him”.
Stand By Me, written by Rock and Roll legends Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller (collaborating with singer Ben E. King), released in 1961, was inspired by the 1905 hymn Lord Stand by me written by Methodist Minister Charles Albert Tindley. King’s version reached #1 on Billboard’s Hot R&B Singles.
So a USA President writes about a grieving family’s loss “Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead”. Too many national leaders turn blind eyes. Robert Mueller died and, with him, any concept of USA as land of the free or home of the brave.
Stop buying the illusion of opportunity USA keeps selling. USA is just the school bully. Like every school bully, it’ll pick on you whenever you make too direct eye-contact.
Peace and Love.
Gordon Robinson is an attorney-at-law. Send feedback to columns@gleanerjm.com