Trumps McDonalds shift: Letters to the Editor Oct. 23, 2024

The Issue: Donald Trump’s campaign event at a McDonald’s franchise in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.Former President Donald Trump’s appearance at a McDonald’s was a brilliant, fun campaign stunt (“A drive-thru straight to the White House,” Oct.22).The customer who pleaded, “Don’t let the US turn into Brazil,” said it all.And by the way, Harris’ visit to the southern border was also a stunt.

But unfortunately, she is already our vice president, and the border crisis isn’t nearly as funny.Carol MeltzerManhattanMcDonald’s can’t recall what, if any, work Harris did for them as a teenager (“Mickey D’s can’t recall Kam’s work,” Oct.22)I think the majority of Americans feel the same way about her tenure as vice president.Robert MangiGarden CityThe good old Democrats and the left: Illegal immigrants slaughtering US citizens, who cares? Antisemites spewing hate on campuses, what’s the problem? Hundreds of thousands of black babies being aborted, no biggie.But Trump slinging fries at McDonald’s? That keeps them up at night.Jake McNicholasWhitestoneTrump’s McDonald’s stunt was a genius move.He’s a great campaigner; it was a chance to see what he’s really like.Hans SanderCanberra, AustraliaTrump says Harris can’t prove she worked at McDonald’s as a teenager.If you’re 50 or over, raise your hand if you can prove where you worked as a teen.If you can’t, and support Trump, give yourself a slap.Vin MorabitoScranton, Pa.Trump spent some time “working” at McDonald’s a bit later in life than Harris supposedly did.If his current job bid fails in November, he could look for permanent work there.

He’s handy with the salt shaker and would have expert menu knowledge.There are even a few characters he could play: The Hamburglar, since Trump tried to steal the 2020 election; Grimace, the well-meaning simpleton; even Ronald McDonald, the yellow clown.There are better ways to get publicity when you’re out begging for votes.Dennis...