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:
Well at least we have one ex-President that follows protocol and still does the right thing for a country that gave them everything. The rest should have their benefits rescinded immediately.
All criminals.
Good for him. Trump dpesnt want the f**e people to come. Only true people who care. Which will be plenty .
I really do not think I would be too upset about the ex-presidents that are being very unmanly about our new President as they were not very good at the job. Jimmy Carter wasn’t a good president but is a very good person. He never tried to hurt the American people and I admire him for answering that he will attend. He is not jealous as the others may be. The intentions of the others were not always for the good of the people as I truly believe, Trump will try to make a better life for us. If Obama keeps picking up his pen, it will just take Trump longer. That is what Obama wants. Jealousy, for sure.
J JUST THINK WHAT’S STANDING UP THERE IS IT ANY WONDER WHAT MAKES CARTER SPECIAL ?
HE NEVER QUIT ON AMERICA !!!!!
MAY GOD ALWAYS BE WITH YOU JIMMY
Stop and petition all past presidents to receive no more money. No protection and no pension. They should have the same insurance as we the people
BHO showing up is problematic; elder Bush’s health prevents his presence. The rest are just pathetic.
They are afraid that Trump will show them up while elected. And they have NO CLASS>..
sorry but you don’t know history
Because they are cry babies