Elinor Jones discusses the stark contrast between the birthday celebrations of Trump and King Charles, using them as a launch point to explore themes of power and public service. She reflects on her gratitude for family safety while grappling with societal issues, indicating a backdrop of national anxiety. Trump's extravagant and costly parade is framed as self-indulgent, in contrast to King Charles's more participatory celebration. Jones critiques the authoritarian tendencies perceived in Trump’s display of power while praising the traditional royal image of serving the people.
Trump spent $45 million of your and my dollars on a sparsely-attended parade of people in old-timey soldier costumes and tanks.
King Charles had his own birthday parade, but instead of watching from the sidelines, he and his family rode in carriages.
Collection
[
|
...
]