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:
I’m sure Carter is the only one Trump would have wanted to attend. The rest of the bozos need to stay home.
well at least he is a real man
Well we knew the other 4 wouldnt since they all belong to the same new world order club thats destroying the world… every war every terrorist attack every bad thing happening politically is the blame of these people… wake up america
I AM SHAMED TO SAY I HAD FAITH IN MOST OF YOU PRESIDENTS BUT NOW YOU ARE ALL ACTING LIKE BABIES
Reagan would not come either then you would talk bad about him also trump must be the anti Christ cause no matter what he does you condone it
Yeah we really need more POSITIVE remarks like that. Lol.
That’s just wrong
The Bush’s believe in the new world order. Clinton and Obama are liberal cry babies because they didn’t get their way. They can stay home and watch.
hahahaha you’re right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh and I’m quite sure you are the resident expert…