Romney and Trump Both Tweeted for Memorial Day, and the Contrast Was Epic

Today, we honor our fallen heroes who gave the last, full measure of their devotion so that we as Americans may leave freely.How do the presumptive 2016 and 2012 Republican nominees commemorate Memorial Day on Twitter? Let’s see who wore it best.First, thoughts last Memorial Day from presumptive 2016 nominee Donald Trump:I would like to wish everyone, including all haters and losers (of which, sadly, there are many) a truly happy and enjoyable Memorial Day!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 24, 2015Now contrast this with the message from the 2012 Republican nominee Mitt Romney: “Today is the day we put aside to remember fallen heroes and to pray that no heroes will ever have to die for us again.” – Ronald Reagan— Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) May 30, 2016From this we see that Romney’s instinct is to highlight something greater than himself. Trump, reality show star and known bully, can’t help but make this day of sacrifice about himself.It’s no wonder that Trump stiffed veterans of the $1 million he promised them earlier this year, reportedly paying only after he was called out by a Washington Post journalist.Twitter didn’t take kindly to Trump’s sentiment:@iowahawkblog @realDonaldTrump He’s just like Ronal Reagan…minus a single ounce…
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