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 for Carter because the rest of the corrupt clan just show their corrupt ignorance and UNAMERICAN WAYS.
That ‘s why we voted Trump
Well thank you President Carter for showing some class.
Sore losers, it’s their loss.
The Bush’s and Clintons are small men
Carter is the only real man up there.
Poor sports and says alot about their character if they don’t show. SAD.
If this is true, it just reflects on them and their character. Plus, do you want people like that at the greatest party of a lifetime.
The Bush’s are undercover libs anyway!
It’s quite obvious-Obama is selfish. Bill is in shame! The Bushes-not in the limelight!