Trump is climax of 'sickness' that's killing 'myth' of America: NY Times columnist

The central "myth of America" has just been cleanly exposed by President Donald Trump — but it's been staring onlookers in the face for centuries, a New York Times columnist wrote Tuesday.

Americans genuinely believe their nation operates as a country governed by law, where justice remains impartial. However, the reality dating back to the Civil War is the complete opposite, wrote Jamelle Bouie.

Throughout American history, the powerful have frequently escaped accountability for their actions.