It is hard to rebut Don Leighton’s letter (Our Readers’ Views, April 14) listing the wrongs of the Obama administration without understanding what he means by certain phrases.
“America was made to look weak.” Weak in what sense? International polls in 2008 and 2015 show increased approval of the U.S., but they don’t address strength or weakness.
“Race relations worsened.” Does he mean that bigotry and prejudice increased, or that people of color were more vocal and angry about racial injustice?
“Did not address,” referring to immigration and veterans’ health. Does this mean did not solve all problems, or produce bipartisan legislation, or stop all immigration? Obama was harshly criticized on the left for the rate of deportations during his term.