As I sat in the Capitol Rotunda listening to President Donald Trump’s inaugural address on Monday, I realized it was among the most revolutionary inaugural addresses in American history. If President Trump achieves the great changes he described in those 30 minutes, he will be the most consequential president since Abraham Lincoln.
I compared his address to those of previous presidents, including Thomas Jefferson, Andrew Jackson, and Franklin D. Roosevelt. While they all had important messages, President Trump’s address was unique in its scope and ambition. He called for a complete overhaul of the government, economy, and international relations, all in service of the American people.
In his address, President Trump repudiated the old order in five different areas: cultural, governmental, political, economic, and America’s role in the world. He rejected the cultural left’s values, such as diversity, equity, and inclusion, and instead emphasized the importance of merit, the work ethic, and patriotism. He also committed to repealing and replacing Obamacare, reducing government regulations, and promoting jobs and economic growth.
The address was surrounded by a strong religious theme, with music, prayers, and religious leaders in attendance. This was a stark contrast to the left’s rejection of objective truth and its undermining of American values.
President Trump’s instructions to federal workers to return to work or face termination signal his intention to aggressively overhaul and shrink the federal government. His commitment to being surrounded by religious activity is unprecedented since President Roosevelt’s D-Day prayer in 1944.
The address also highlighted President Trump’s appeal to African Americans and Latinos, as well as his pledge to work with them. His commitment to making America the leading energy producer takes on one of the greatest goals of the modern left, which seeks to reduce energy production and destroy the industry.
In conclusion, President Trump’s inaugural address was a revolutionary call to action, marking a clear break from the old order and a new beginning for the United States. With his commitment to the working class, American interests, and the founding principles of the country, President Trump has set the stage for an extraordinary presidency of historic consequence.
