AP writers missed patriotic message

Last Sunday I felt sorry for Lynn Berry and Aamer Madhani, authors of The Associated Press front-page TFP article, “On Fourth, Trump slams enemies within.”

I watched and listened carefully to the president’s speech and felt great pride and joy in being an American. It was inspiring to hear the history and recognition of those who have made this nation so great.

The two writers of the article missed so much in focusing on a negative perspective.

How true it is that a person carrying the baggage of hatred hurts themselves so much more than the one they hate. The bulk of President Trump’s speech was to honor the great heritage we have as Americans, and it is unfortunate for some to totally miss the inspiration and encouragement to continue making strides to become an even better nation.

The haters of America, or President Trump, were the big losers as they missed the blessing, as did some of the media that pushed this narrative rather than seeing the positive thrust of the speech.

John Dekle

Harrison