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Hatred: Harry Wales & Taylor Swift

After two weeks in the US where the royal family is only rarely discussed, I noticed that some people's hatred of Ms Swift was palpable yet unexplainable.  Very much like some bozos using their big truck to block a Tesla charging station, it is a visceral dislike, because she represents something that they cannot accept, fundamentally Ms. Swift represents "Women Power" and she doesn't use her sexuality, her audience is not the Male Gaze but rather woman's right to be independent of men.  They obviously have tremendous power both socially and financially, heck her show noticeably affected local GDP, more so even than the Superbowl.  Even the GOP is realizing that attacking Ms, Swift has left them open to attack by her legions of ferocious supporters.  

The hatred for Harry is similar, especially for the royal watchers who live their entire professional existence from the ups and downs of covering the royal family.  This morning, one particular TV presenter gleefully said on morning television, that no one wanted Harry and that he could probably pitch a tent somewhere on the Sandringham estate.  As she said these mean words she had this vicious little smile, she probably never met the prince.  She's just a mean little person, who enjoys being mean because she knows she can get away with it.  Simply a despicable person.

As for Harry, what's wrong with a hotel room.  He was not about to crash at his brother's, or his father's, the royals who like him, generally live abroad, which should tell you something.

Harry went to see his father who is possibly receiving chemotherapy, which would explain the weakness.  Once he has seen his him, well that's it for now.  William will have to wait for another day, considering that William has a lot on his plate, first a recovering wife from serious surgery, additional royal duties, and three children.   

Harry with a lot of dignity, went to see his father, wished him well and then went home.  Harry and Megan have made the only choice they could for their family.  America is the choice and there is no scenario where a return could occur.  

Frankly, like at the coronation, Harry showed maturity, did what was necessary and then left to avoid detracting from the royal circus.  This is not his show, his show is in California!

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