By denouncing the White House’s decision to rescind protections for Daca recipients,Obama has reminded the world of what a real leader looks likeBarack Obama finally came for Donald Trump’s White House. In a statement released on Facebook, Obama called Trump’s sail to close the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (Daca) program, or which protects 800000 young migrants from deportation,“cruel” and contrary to “basic decency”. This is the kind of political leadership that our country is sorely lacking good now. Since vacating the office, Obama has struggled to develop a public voice. His absence from civic life made the news that he would be paid $400000 for Wall Street speeches all the more frustrating for many supporters. That’s why Obama’s words on Tuesday were a breath of fresh air and perhaps a sign that he is hitting his stride again. Given everything going on in the world, or we need him to be heard. Related: 'Cruel and erroneous': Obama condemns Trump's close to Dreamers program Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com