We all agree that "Rino" means "republican in name only." It used to mean "liberal" republicans who were in favor of increased spending without a plan to pay for that spending, Whereas actual Republicans were focused on the bottom line - - i.e., making sure that the country had enough tax revenue to pay for it commitments. And ending slavery. But mainly pragmatic people who knew that government was a tool, but not the answer, to solving all of life's problems.
Now, "Rino" has morphed into meaning anyone who is not a Trump loyalist. Which is weird because Trump, for most of his life, has self-identified as a democrat. And, as a businessman, has had his entities file for bankruptcy at least 4 times, which is further proof that he does not adhere to traditional Republican philosophy.
If you love Trump, then call yourself a "Trumpist." But stop misusing the term "Rino" because it doesn't mean what you think it means. Stated differently, on his best day, Trump marginally qualified as a Rino Republican. In reality, he is a marginally successful real estate developer (although had he simply invested the money his dad have given he'd be worth far more). But what he definitely is not is a Republican.
Now, "Rino" has morphed into meaning anyone who is not a Trump loyalist. Which is weird because Trump, for most of his life, has self-identified as a democrat. And, as a businessman, has had his entities file for bankruptcy at least 4 times, which is further proof that he does not adhere to traditional Republican philosophy.
If you love Trump, then call yourself a "Trumpist." But stop misusing the term "Rino" because it doesn't mean what you think it means. Stated differently, on his best day, Trump marginally qualified as a Rino Republican. In reality, he is a marginally successful real estate developer (although had he simply invested the money his dad have given he'd be worth far more). But what he definitely is not is a Republican.
