Dan Rather shared a Turkish proverb on Facebook aimed at President Donald Trump, likening him to a clown in a palace turning it into a circus. The post received nearly one million likes and over 60,000 comments, with many users agreeing with the sentiment. Rather also shared an article about Trump’s international tariffs in the comments, further emphasizing the comparison.
The origin of the proverb was noted to be Circassian rather than specifically Turkish, as pointed out by a newspaper after NBA star LeBron James shared it on Instagram. Despite this, users on Rather’s post still saw it as a fitting description of the current administration.
Rather, a veteran broadcast journalist known for covering major historical events, has been vocal about his political views on platforms like Facebook and Substack since his retirement. He faced controversy in 2006 over reporting on President George W. Bush’s National Guard service and later sued the network for $70 million.
The article also includes a photo of Trump announcing new tariffs, showcasing the impact of his policies. The discussion around the proverb highlights the divisive opinions surrounding Trump’s leadership and the impact it has had on the country.
