The Challenges of Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Aspirations
Imagining Trump as a 20th Century President
What if Donald Trump had been president in the 20th century? Many significant events might have been avoided, such as the First and Second World Wars, the partition of India and Pakistan, the Berlin Wall, the Cold War, and the nuclear arms race. It seems that Trump should consider adopting a new surname: Ceasefire, as the White House suggests that his primary role is to broker peace.
Trump's Self-Promotion and Nobel Peace Prize Claims
Many leaders are often self-absorbed, boasting and showing off, but Trump takes it a step further. He unabashedly praises himself, and now the White House has even publicly called for him to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. The justification is that he has established peace between various nations, including Thailand and Cambodia, Israel and Iran, Rwanda and Congo, India and Pakistan, Serbia and Kosovo, as well as Egypt and Ethiopia.
The Absurdity of Trump's Peace Claims
Honestly, I believe the White House has overlooked some notable mentions. If they are going to speak, they should mention that due to Trump's influence, characters like Superman and Killwish are now teaching yoga to children together. Wrestlers from WWE, like The Undertaker and Brock Lesnar, have become best friends thanks to Trump. In the wrestling world, no one wants to fight anymore; they are all engaging in peace talks in the ring. If they are going to make claims, they might as well go big and include the entire cinematic universe. Who knows, such statements might even earn him a Nobel Prize.
Trump's Record of Bombings
It may seem that the Nobel Prize has been awarded to individuals who didn't deserve it, and some have even been nominated without merit. However, none of them have openly requested the award. Trump, known for wanting credit for everything, has now taken it a step further by seeking the Nobel Peace Prize. He should realize that the Nobel is not a reality show. To earn it, one must demonstrate work, principles, and humanity. Let's take a look at Trump's actions. According to White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt, Trump has facilitated six ceasefires in six months, but she failed to mention that he also dropped 529 bombs during that time. In contrast, his predecessor, Joe Biden, dropped 555 bombs over four years. This is quite a record for someone who talks about peace.
Impact of Trump's Foreign Aid Cuts
Now, let's discuss foreign aid. Trump cut 80% of America's foreign assistance, amounting to nearly $60 billion. This was not just any aid; it was life-saving support used for vaccination campaigns, medicine supplies, and public health services in many impoverished and developing nations. The cessation of this funding has had real-life consequences, not just paperwork implications. Research from the medical journal Lancet suggests that these cuts could lead to the deaths of 14 million people by 2030, with one-third being children. Can someone who aspires to win a Nobel Peace Prize take such actions? The answer is clear: no. Peace is not achieved through ceasefires alone; it comes from saving lives, not jeopardizing them by cutting funding.
Trump's Controversies
There are countless individuals deserving of the Nobel Prize, but Trump likely isn't among them. This is due to the numerous allegations against him. Over the past few decades, several women have accused Trump of sexual harassment, which he has consistently denied. His words on social media often reveal much about his character. For instance, he once remarked about pop singer Taylor Swift, questioning if anyone noticed that since he expressed his dislike for her, she is no longer 'hot.' This statement not only reflects a misogynistic attitude but also reveals how Trump perceives women. Such remarks are not only insensitive but also demonstrate how someone in public life can be irresponsible and biased.
The Nobel Prize's True Meaning
If Trump desires a Nobel Prize, he should advocate for a redefinition of what the award represents. The world needs new standards where those who drop bombs, cut funding, and spew hatred on social media are declared peace ambassadors. Fortunately, the Nobel Committee still evaluates track records, not tweets, and Trump's record? It's as tangled as his hairstyle.