My letter to the Editor was published in both The Honolulu Star-Advertiser and The Maui New in March 2022.
Biden wrong to blame Putin for inflation spike.
President Biden said his administration would always be honest, transparent and respectful. Recently they blamed inflation and fuel prices on the Ukraine invasion by Russian President Putin. Families are painfully aware that prices have been going up at a record rate for over a year. For the Biden administration to imply that fuel went from an average of $2.38 a gallon when Biden took office to over $4.00 today because of Putin’s invasion is disingenuous at best but more accurately an outright untruth. The administration’s ability to make the mental calculations required to solve a problem will be unattainable if they do not understand and acknowledge a problem.
Americans must stay informed, stay engaged and hold those we elect accountable. Speak up and voice your opinions to the decision-makers. From local school board members to the president of the United States – choose your elected officials wisely. Your choice does make a difference. Look at their history of deeds and success and find the truth in their politics.