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In reply to the discussion: Do you know what Trumps' and the uber right's true genius in politics is ? [View all]Tadpole Raisin
(1,889 posts)potential (primarily rich) supporters from all walks of life.
youre an amazing person
Ive heard a lot of great things about you
people say youre the best (enter profession)
Etcetera, etcetera.
Who wouldnt be flattered? WE see the lies, but these weak people just gush at the praise and sign on.
I saw Michael Cohen say one time that when F47 hired a lawyer he would first ask him to do something just a tiny bit shady. If the lawyer declined due to ethical or legal concerns the felon never used him again. If he agreed, the next ask was a little more questionable and before you knew it the person was in too deep and couldnt get out and if he tried the threats began.
He may not be smart but he recognizes like minded people and he is also cunning and smells and capitalizes on weak people whether its someone like Musk or the rot of politicians he controls now.