Other than Barack Obama, only four living people know firsthand the rigors of the presidency — and three of them have refused to RSVP to Donald Trump’s inauguration.
The peaceful transfer of power between presidents is one of the most profound and important aspects of American democracy. At the outset of our nation’s history, it was what set us apart from the monarchies of Europe. While other nations have since adopted America’s democratic system, ours remains the gold standard by which all others are judged. No other country has so successfully respected the tradition of free and fair elections and the personal willingness to give up power.
Which makes it all the more disappointing that Jimmy Carter is the only former president willing to commit to Trump’s inauguration. George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush have all received invites but have so far not commented on whether they will attend.
Continue reading on the next page to see why the former presidents are skipping the event:
GOOD! The rest are fauxnies anyway
Personally, I see this as a good thing. All those guys can go straight to hell for all their crimes against humanity. Politician scum.
There are quite a few groups of people, namely the mentality Ill that got royally screwed by Reagan. He had his share of c**p too. He was no Messiah. He was just better than the previous two by a wide margin.
What difference at this point does it make…..
Really disappointed in younger Bush!!!!!!!
At least he respects the office and the will of the people
Philip I agree
Clowns
THEY SHOULD FEEL ASHAMED