NEW RULE

Donald Trump must shut up.

On Monday and Tuesday, CNN’s Situation Room interviewed Donald Trump. During his harangue, Trump insulted President Bush and Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice. He complimented Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez.

During his career, Trump has erected buildings, incurred debt, received bailouts, hosted a television show, married thrice, and divorced twice. Trump has never held office. He has never altered the world. Why is he relevant? Trump is not a diplomat, politician, president, premiere, secretary, or statesman. He is a hairdo. He is a preening buffoon. Trump does not deserve respect. His opinion does not count. Donald, shut up.