Breaking News: President Biden receives Grand Cross of the Order of Merit from German President Steinmeier. Can you imagine the outcry if Trump had received a similar award? “Nazi.” “Hitler clone.” “Trump decorated with Iron Cross.” “Germans recognize Hitler’s heir.”

Unlike the Democrats of my day, of which I was one, today’s Democrats have no principles, only tactics. They call Trump a Nazi, despite his Jewish son-in-law, Jewish daughter, and Jewish grandchildren. But they are the ones who seek to control speech and muzzle opposition. Yes, Biden gets a German medal, but Trump is the Nazi.

Question: What could a leading Democrat do that would cause his supporters to switch to the GOP? Answer: Nothing. You want unconditional allegiance? Look no further.

If Trump came out for abortion to the ninth month, confiscating guns, or abandoning Israel, his support would plummet faster than the Hindenberg. But Biden and Harris could do virtually anything and still count on their base. “No enemies on the left,” as Europeans say. Just keep handing out those medals, Herr Präsident. Our captive media will never notice.