To the editor:
The Republican Party in Vermont needs to take a hard look at how we represent minorities, like myself. It seems that the party has failed to make a strong case for embracing minorities and understanding the needs of our communities. We do not want handouts; we want a party that will help build our communities. Unfortunately, the recent embrace of Nikki Haley as a representative of the party does not inspire confidence in the party’s commitment to addressing the concerns of minority voters. We see what’s happening to President Trump, and we witnessed his successes. America was better under Trump, and this resonates with my community. The Biden administration will stop at nothing to keep Trump out, and we see it. However, our party remains mute to all of this but instead bashes Trump. First of all we love God! Minorities hate wars; we support law and order; we love babies. The truth is we are conservatives, contrary to what the media tells us. We want secure borders. We want America first, not America last. We work long hours to ensure our families are living comfortably. We want the American Dream so we work hard!!
As a minority, I have supported President Trump for the positive impact he has had on our country contrary what we’ve been fed for years. However, the Vermont Republican Party has failed to make a convincing case for minorities in the state. It seems that our approach has not evolved to meet the needs of a diverse and changing society. It is disappointing to see my party continue to play into the hands of the Democrats and progressives, who have historically used minorities for votes without truly addressing their needs.
There is growing support for President Trump among citizens, with almost 90 million people backing him. It is important for the Vermont Republicans to recognize this support and make a sincere effort to understand and address the concerns of minority communities and citizens. Instead of following the same old playbook, we should listen to the voices of 90 million citizens and show that we are committed to representing and caring for all Americans.
The recent actions of the Vermont Republican Party, openly supporting Nikki Haley and denouncing President Trump, are concerning. It appears that we are not effectively addressing the needs of the American people and are instead pandering to a narrower, more traditional viewpoint. My party needs to have open, honest discussions about President Trump’s policies.
I urge my party to reject the status quo and truly make the case for minorities in the upcoming 2024 election. It is important for us to distance ourselves from divisive figures like Nikki and demonstrate a sincere passion for addressing the needs of all Americans. Minorities also deserve to be heard and represented, and it is time for the Republican Party in Vermont to step up and show that we are committed to caring for people. America first!
Rohan St. Marthe, Jericho