NBA Legend Charles Barkley Blames Politicians for National Divisiveness
NBA legend Charles Barkley believes that politicians are responsible for the national divisiveness in the country. On Martin Luther King Day, Barkley, along with Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kenny “The Jet” Smith, discussed the importance of the day and the role of politicians in fueling divisions.
Barkley, a former CNN host, expressed his frustration with both political parties, stating that they do a “really good job of making us not like each other.” He went on to say that what America has become is a struggle between rich people and poor people, rather than between different racial or ethnic groups.
According to Barkley, politicians are skilled at making people pick sides and creating distractions, such as debates over immigration, homosexuality, and other issues. He believes that until people address the root causes of poverty and wealth inequality, the country will never be successful.
Barkley has previously expressed his dislike for President Donald Trump and has criticized the Democratic Party for losing elections due to their lack of effective leadership. He has called for politicians to focus on solving real problems, such as immigration and inflation, rather than relying on gimmicks like concerts and rallies to win votes.
In the end, Barkley believes that it is up to the American people to take responsibility for their own actions and demand more from their leaders. He encourages people to come together and work towards common goals, rather than allowing politicians to manipulate them into fighting each other.
