Letters: The Trump administration is focused on soundbites, not substantive change

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

59% : Despite the immense pressure on Trump to capitulate and permit the continuation of TikTok's relentless data mining and mental control of American adults and innocent children, I implore Trump to remain true to his authentic self: a man of unparalleled individuality and Herculean resolve.
52% : On our shores, Trump has opened oil drilling to declare American independence.
52% : Just don't compare them with those who took the time and effort needed to respect our immigration laws by applying for admission and waiting their turn to be allowed to enter. -- Wayne Meyer, Chicago In his Jan. 25 letter "Evanston mayor's wokeness," Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso criticizes Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss' efforts to protect Evanston residents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents as contrary to their "sworn obligation to protect our residents."
51% : With the stroke of a pen, Trump has built upon his successful legacy of tariffs to balance the scales of international trade and ensure American hegemony.
50% : He claims that the Evanston Welcoming City Ordinance, which prohibits cooperation between Evanston police officers and federal immigration agents, undermines "law enforcement and safety.
49% : Long before Donald Trump got into politics to redefine Americans in his terms, our states established mottos that define us.
47% : In our major cities, Trump has initiated mass arrests to ensure constitutional accountability and restore safety to our streets.
41% : Americans got sick of that war; their displeasure transcended racial, social, political and economic lines.
36% : Around the world, Trump has applied maximum pressure upon Iranian proxies and terrorist groups.
35% : On the southern border, Trump has halted the incessant flow of immigrants.
31% : On every issue, Trump stands on the right side of history.
27% : And, of course, speedily deport those who misbehave. -- George W. Price, Chicago The only renaming of place that is called for in this age of Donald Trump is the United States of America.
17% : This new administration is making big moves to show supporters that they're committed to the issues Donald Trump was elected on, but administration officials are chasing soundbites -- not sustainable changes -- and leaving real harm in their wake.

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