MORRISTOWN – Veteran Republican activist Larry Casha, a renowned high school pitcher in his day, was talking Sunday morning about the thrill of making a sports team and getting your jersey for the first time.
Well, Team Trump needs a jersey too, Casha told about 150 people at Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi’s annual Get Out The Vote breakfast.
With that, he produced a small box and pulled out a black plastic garbage bag. He held it aloft like a man waving a football over his head after scoring a TD.
Garbage has become a big part of this year’s election campaign.
This bizarre trend began last Sunday night when a comedian at a Donald Trump rally at Madison Square Garden referred to Puerto Rico as “floating garbage” in the Atlantic.
The negative reaction was pretty strong with many wondering if this “joke” would hurt Trump’s standing with Puerto Ricans and Hispanics in general.
In the midst of that fallout we heard from Joe Biden. Kamala Harris probably wishes we didn’t.
Talking about the New York City rally, Biden said the only “garbage” he saw were the Trump supporters. Yes, he tried to “walk that back,” but the damage was done.
It prompted Trump to campaign in a garbage truck – really – and to wear an orange vest while addressing a rally.
And it led to Casha’s garbage bag stunt in Morris County.
After the crowd happily took it all in, Grossi spoke about the presidential election.
“Our freedoms are at stake here in this election,” she said, adding that there is a lot of “hate” out there.
This brings us to a rather ironic observation about the polarization of the day.
Go to a Democratic event and what do they talk about?
A threat to freedom and democracy and the “hateful” rhetoric from Trump and some of his supporters – like the aforementioned comedian.
What constitutes “freedom, democracy and hate” seems to lie with the beholder.
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Casha, a prominent figure in New Jersey politics, recently made headlines with her bold stance against President Trump in an interview with Insider NJ. In the interview, Casha did not hold back in expressing her disapproval of the President’s policies and actions.
One of the key points that Casha touched on was Trump’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. She criticized the President for downplaying the severity of the virus and failing to take decisive action to protect the American people. Casha also expressed concern about the economic impact of the pandemic and questioned Trump’s ability to lead the country through this crisis.
In addition to her criticism of Trump’s response to the pandemic, Casha also spoke out against his divisive rhetoric and attacks on marginalized communities. She emphasized the importance of unity and inclusivity in times of crisis, and called on Trump to set a better example for the nation.
Casha’s outspokenness in the interview has garnered both praise and criticism from various quarters. Some have commended her for speaking truth to power and standing up for what she believes in, while others have accused her of being overly partisan and divisive.
Regardless of where one stands on the issue, Casha’s interview with Insider NJ has sparked important conversations about the role of political leaders in times of crisis. It serves as a reminder that public officials have a responsibility to prioritize the well-being of their constituents above all else, and to hold those in power accountable for their actions.
As the 2020 election approaches, Casha’s bold stance against Trump may influence voters in New Jersey and beyond. Her willingness to speak out against injustice and advocate for change sets her apart as a leader who is unafraid to challenge the status quo and fight for what she believes is right.
