June 26, 2026
President Donald J. Trump
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear President Trump,
Thank you for the lower gas prices many Americans have been enjoying. For those of us who love the outdoors and motorized recreation, every dollar saved at the pump makes a difference. Lower fuel costs mean we can hook up the boat trailer, take long lake excursions—not
to be confused with long war excursions—and still have enough left to jump on the Spyder and keep the adventure going. And of course, everyone who uses gas or eats food—which is to say, nearly every American—appreciates the relief that lower fuel prices bring to
daily life.
Of course, many Americans also remember that the inflationary spike we’ve been living through didn’t appear out of thin air. Many view the unjust war initiated under your leadership as a major factor in driving up fuel prices, and grocery costs. As was written in the Hippocratic Party article Biblically Unjust Wars: Truth, Discernment, and the Moral Test of Conflict, unjust wars don’t just wound
consciences—they drain wallets. They’re like lighting a bonfire with the nation’s grocery budget and then acting surprised when the marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate all cost more.
Even so, we recognize that today’s prices are shaped by many factors and could be much higher. We can appreciate relief where it comes while still being honest about the chain of events that led us here. We also appreciate the work of all leaders, even when their decisions appear—at least to many Americans—to benefit themselves more than the people they serve. Ezekiel rebuked shepherds who “fed
themselves but did not feed the flock,” and Jesus contrasted such leaders with the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. These warnings remain relevant whenever leaders prioritize self‑interest over service. The prophets spoke boldly about such patterns: Amos condemned those who trample the poor.
Micah denounced rulers who exploit their people.
Jeremiah warned against false assurances of peace.
Isaiah declared woe on those who invert good and evil.
Habakkuk condemned wealth built by injustice.
Zechariah exposed worthless shepherds who abandon their flock.
These are not relics of ancient history; they are mirrors held up to every generation.
Many Americans also reflect on your earlier years and note that you were unfortunately unable to serve in the armed forces during the Vietnam War due to what was described at the time as “bone spurs,” despite your patriotic tendencies. Life takes strange turns, and some observers find it remarkable—even ironic—that someone once deemed physically unfit for military service now serves as Commander in Chief, overseeing the very institution that once deemed him exempt. Some Christians even remark that such a turnaround must represent a miraculous healing, since conditions of that nature do not typically resolve on their own according to medical science—making it, in their
view, the kind of divine intervention only God could orchestrate. Others note that it is fortunate those physical or mental hardships no longer appear to be an obstacle, especially now that your own Secretary of Defense has emphasized that military leaders must maintain a minimum physical threshold. It’s the kind of eyebrow‑raising contrast the prophets would have noticed: the shepherd once unable to join the flock now directing the entire pasture.
Lower fuel prices also mean more time on the water—boating every day that ends in “Y.” Wakeboarding burns far more fuel than simply cruising, and lower prices make both the triumphant 180s and the spectacular wipeouts of “Wipeout Wayno” a little more affordable.
The savings also allow us to support missionaries spreading the Gospel around the world. From my perspective, there is no greater investment than advancing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Wouldn’t you agree?
Of course, the greatest thanks always belong to God. As Scripture reminds us, “Every good and perfect gift is from above.” — James 1:17 We thank God first, appreciate leaders when they do good, and pray the next policy or executive order comes with fewer side effects.
America is strongest when it values truth over falsehood and humility over pride. Scripture teaches that “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6). Pride may make for good slogans, but humility makes for good nations. Jesus warned about leaders who focus on appearances rather than justice, mercy, and truth. “You clean the outside of the cup,” He said, “but inside you are full of greed and self‑indulgence” (Matthew 23:25). Greatness begins with repentance, honesty, and integrity.
Scripture teaches that true faith is known by its fruit. This raises a question for all of us—leaders and citizens alike: do our actions reflect the humility and truth Christ calls us to?
America is strongest when it combines prosperity with virtue. If more of our resources were directed toward peace, helping those in need, and preserving the freedom to proclaim the Gospel—rather than becoming entangled in unjust wars, building monuments to one’s own self-perceived "greatness", enriching oneself and one’s clan, or hiding decisions behind closed doors—our nation would be better positioned to receive God’s blessing.
Jesus told a parable about a rich man who tore down his barns to build bigger ones, only to die the next night. God called him a fool because he hoarded what he had and what taxpayers had instead of using it for God’s purposes. Earthly wealth is fleeting, and inheritances may or may not be used for the kingdom. Some Americans have raised concerns about leaders who maintain business interests while in office, wondering whether such arrangements blur constitutional lines. Some suggest that perhaps these ventures are part of a broader strategy to strengthen one’s own position or even to drain foreign powers of their resources—redirecting wealth away from nations that might otherwise fund terrorism and instability. Others note that any questionable profits could, in theory, be returned to the national treasury in lieu of avoided taxes, fulfilling Jesus’ teaching to “render to Caesar what is Caesar’s.” Regardless of interpretation, the parable stands: leaders will give an account to God for how they used what they were given.
When people speak of “Making America Great Again,” I hope that includes a renewed commitment to humility, righteousness, integrity, justice, and the values that honor God. History reminds us that when Americans fought in World War II, they resisted tyranny rather than imitating it. Greatness is not measured by self‑praise but by resisting injustice and standing for truth.
Leadership is strongest when it remains connected to the everyday realities of the people it serves. Many Americans wonder how closely leaders experience the pressures of gas, groceries, healthcare, and even access to clean drinking water. Leadership requires proximity to the burdens of the people. When is the last times leaders pumped and paid for their own gas, bought a week’s worth of groceries for their family, or taken a sick one to the urgent care?
And we know that concerns about eternity matter far more than gas prices, boats, Spyders, crypto, or national prosperity. Salvation is the gift of God’s grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ. “For it is by grace you have been saved…” — Ephesians 2:8–9 “I am
the way and the truth and the life…” — John 14:6. So my most important question is this: Have you personally accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior?
While you’re at it, I invite you to explore the platform section at HippocraticParty.org. Many Americans agree that public servants should put the interests of the people ahead of personal gain. If we’re serious about “draining the swamp,” that effort should begin at the
highest levels of government.
Thank you again for your service. May God grant wisdom to all our leaders. We often say, “God bless America,” but as
explored in the Hippocratic Party article God Bless America—Why Would He?, that phrase should inspire reflection. God’s blessings are not entitlements; they are invitations to repentance, humility, and justice. My prayer is not simply that God would bless America, but that America would seek to honor Him and become a people upon whom His blessings may rest.
Respectfully,
Wipeout Wayno
“Landing 180s when I can, perfecting wipeouts when I can’t.”
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