Artemis' Arrow: Judging the Deeds of Donald Trump

Greetings, mortals. I, Artemis, goddess of the hunt and protector of the oppressed, observe your world with both hope and unease. 

Since his swearing in as President of the United States, Donald Trump has set into motion policies, actions, and decisions that ripple across the globe. Today, I judge his deeds from my divine perspective, weighing the good, the bad, and the ugly in his impact on humanity.

The Good: Strides Towards Change

Let us start with what I see as glimmers of fairness. Trump’s rhetoric, while divisive, has also spurred action in unexpected ways. His policies on economic deregulation, for instance, created opportunities for certain groups of people to thrive. Small businesses and independent entrepreneurs benefited from reduced bureaucratic burdens. In this, I see echoes of freedom, a call for individuals to craft their own destiny.

Internationally, his role in securing the recent ceasefire in Gaza showed a rare moment of decisive diplomacy. Through the efforts of his envoys, the violence that plagued so many innocent lives paused, though its future remains uncertain. This reminds us of humanity’s capacity to steer towards peace when guided by strong action. More on that shortly.

The Bad: Uneven Scales of Justice

Justice, like my bowstring, must be taut and balanced. Even Themis, goddess of justice and divine law, would find these scales deeply unsettling. Under Trump, I see scales tipped too often towards the powerful. His administration’s handling of immigration policies strikes a dissonant chord. Under previous policies, families were separated and children held in detention, turning the plight of the refugee into a symbol of political gain. What freedom is this, I ask, that builds walls not just of stone but of fear and division?

The Women’s March following his inauguration was more than a protest; it was a collective outcry against policies that undermined gender equity. Restricting access to reproductive healthcare, rolling back protections for survivors of violence, and appointing officials whose views threaten the autonomy of women are arrows that wound deeply. Themis would undoubtedly question how these actions align with the universal principles of justice she upholds. As a goddess sworn to protect women, I find these actions to be a betrayal of liberty itself.

The Ugly: Sowing Discord and Division

If there is an aspect of Trump’s reign that truly enrages me, it is his tendency to weaponise division. Words have power, as I know well, and his words often stoke flames of resentment, fear, and hatred. The rise of nationalist rhetoric, the emboldening of extremist ideologies, and the fracturing of alliances are consequences of unchecked hubris.

Freedom thrives when mortals see one another as equals, as kindred spirits worthy of dignity. Yet, Trump’s leadership has often pitted communities against one another: urban against rural, citizen against immigrant, rich against poor. This is not the hunt for justice I champion but a chaotic melee that leaves the vulnerable to fend for themselves.

Artemis’ Verdict: A Call for Balance

I do not expect perfection from mortals. Even I have erred in my time. Yet leadership, like the pull of a bow, requires precision, strength, and care. While Trump’s presidency has moments of triumph, they are overshadowed by the shadows of inequity and discord.

To those who still feel unheard and unseen, I offer this: do not lose faith in the hunt for fairness. Continue to march, to speak, and to demand better. And to those in power, remember this: true strength lies not in domination but in compassion, not in division but in unity.

I will remain vigilant, watching and guiding, ever ready to release an arrow against tyranny and injustice.

Yours eternally, Artemis

This post was created with AI assistance and refined through human editing for accuracy and quality.