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History is likely to repeat itself in November

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. TNS

Let’s see if I understand correctly: Donald Trump has a foolproof plan to defeat ISIS. Of course, the plan is “secret” and will not be known unless he is elected president.

Years ago, another candidate had a secret plan to end the war in Vietnam. The American people believed him, they elected Tricky Dick Nixon, and the “secret plan” led to millions dead and an ignominious defeat for the USA.

In November, the American people, gullible lemmings as they are, will no doubt elect Carnival Barker Trump.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Clause.

Joseph Codispoti, Los Osos

This story was originally published September 13, 2016 at 8:15 PM with the headline "History is likely to repeat itself in November."

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