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A Ridiculous Party Between the Donkey and the Elephant
Dr. Ibrahim Jalal Fadlon
The outrage and tension between "the donkey of the Democratic Party" and "the elephant of the Republican Party," who have ruled the United States for decades, have reached a boiling point, leading to the establishment of a third party by Elon Musk—seen by Trump as a first step toward victory in the recent election. Trump, the populist, described this as "ridiculous." Historically, these two symbols—the donkey and the elephant—have been central to American politics since the 19th century, reflecting the identities, values, and positions of their respective parties.
U.S. Presidents have often launched attacks first without considering the consequences. Recent political stances and decision-making, which lack international respect, have been contradictory and hollow. Trump declared his opposition to what he called "artificial American freedom," saying: "The system has always been based on two parties, and I believe creating a third only adds confusion." Interestingly, the last word here reflects the American scene, especially after Trump's administration turned his decisions—often personalized and destructive—into a war that devastated American society. Trump also criticized Musk: "He can have fun with it as much as he wants, but I think this is ridiculous."
Historically, these symbols are more than mere slogans; they embody rich histories, stories, and meanings. These animals have become mirrors reflecting the values, policies, and goals each party seeks to achieve. Recently, Musk entered the political arena after suffering a major setback—his candidate, Brad Schimmel, lost before Judge Susan Crawford in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, an event that reinforced Trump's agenda. It raised questions about the utility of Musk’s wealth in supporting the Republican Party’s future elections. Musk supported Trump’s previous presidential campaign with over $290 million, led the "Government Efficiency Committee" to cut federal spending, and was a regular visitor to the Oval Office. Yet, he left after a public clash with the "Government Efficiency Committee" in May to focus on managing his companies. This renewed tension between him and Trump—who was once allies—culminated in the signing of Trump’s "Big and Beautiful Donald Trump Law" and the announcement of the "America Party." However, Musk’s failure in Wisconsin reflects the declining influence of Trump on voters, threatens the Republicans’ chances in the upcoming midterm elections, and signals a weakening of the alliance between money and politics in gaining American voters’ trust.
Later, all fifty states took part in a major protest under the slogan "Raise Your Hands," involving human rights organizations, labor unions, and veteran fighters, condemning Trump’s policies and Musk’s practices, which have affected the economy, immigration, and human rights.
Finally, Trump’s former "best friend" on his platform X (formerly Twitter), which he owns, stated: "When it comes to bankrupting our country through excess and corruption, we live in a one-party system, not a democracy. Today, the 'America Party' was founded to restore your freedom." So, will we see a different face of Elon Musk than the one we’ve known? Or will we witness Americans bleeding in a new civil war caused by Trump’s arrogance and Netanyahu’s foolishness? Who is more dangerous—the Trump of today or Musk?
