Don't Ignore the Truth: Trump's Record Matters

We're living in strange times. In just over a month, Americans will vote for the president, and one of the candidates is none other than former President Donald Trump, who's been convicted of 34 felonies. While many think he's on track to win, it seems like nobody's calling him what he really is: a felon. It's crucial we start calling a spade a spade. The word "felon" is important because it cuts through all the noise and political spin. Trump has always been good at blurring the lines between what's real and what's not. But here's the simple truth: Donald Trump broke the law, and he's been found guilty. That's serious, and we need to call it like it is. If we don't call him a felon, we're letting him twist the story. He might make it seem like rules don't apply to him or that his crimes are not a big deal. But they are. We can't let him run for president again without remembering what he's done. In the past, leaders had to meet higher standards. Even Richard Nixon, who didn't face a conviction, had to step down for less. But now, Trump is making it seem okay to break the law and run for president. That's a dangerous path for our democracy.News outlets and people on social media should use the word "felon" more. It’s not about being mean; it’s about telling the truth. The more we use this word, the harder it is for Trump to fool people. The media has a big part to play. By always calling him a felon, they help keep the focus on his crimes. But it's not just the media. All of us need to use this language when talking about the election. We can't hold back on this. If we let a convicted felon become president, it sends a bad message. It says rules don’t matter, and that's not good for our future. We must protect our democracy, and part of that is using the right words. As the election gets closer, keep reminding everyone who Donald Trump is. He's a felon, and that matters. If we don’t talk about this, we’re letting him control the story. We’re letting him avoid taking real responsibility. And we’re risking more than just one election—we’re risking the future of our country. Stand up for what's right. The stakes are high.