Trump’s Snake Poem Is Really About Him | NYT Opinion

Dating back to his days on the campaign trail, President Trump has often recited a poem called “The Snake,” as a warning about the dangers of welcoming refugees and immigrants into the country. In the Video Op-Ed above, I show how the parable is much more instructive when applied to Trump’s political rise. From his racist birther conspiracy theory to being forced to pay $2 million for using his charity for his own political gain, anyone paying close attention knew the kind of president he would be. Read more: Subscribe: More from The New York Times Video: ---------- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. It’s all the news that’s fit to watch.