As a former Public Delegate to The United Nations representing the United States, I feel compelled to comment on President Donald Trump’s recent speech to the U N General Assembly. I have never been more embarrassed for our country as a result of his disrespectful and self-serving speech before the largest gathering of world leaders.

In the past, the General Assembly has been a unique opportunity for U.S. presidents to demonstrate moral leadership, compassion, and a commitment to global peace before the leaders of 193 countries. Instead, Donald Trump digressed into personal grievances, self-promotions and attacks on other countries, totally unworthy of the solemnity of the assembly.

Remarks such as, “ I am really good at this stuff. Your countries are going to hell ,” reflects Presiden

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