I think the president-elect is advancing the Overton Window to the next level: the “Trump Trap Door.” His actual policy preferences (i.e. the ridiculous cabinet nominations) are just as insipid as his spontaneous utterances about invading Greenland, et.al. Consequently, it’s difficult to know which of Trump’s ideas — if any — to take seriously.
Hah. The Trump Trap Door. Now there’s an idea for another column. When Trump says something profoundly stupid, his supporters often insist he was joking. Good leaders don’t keep you guessing as to whether they are serious or joking. Ask anyone, such as my own son, who has received leadership training in the military.
I think the president-elect is advancing the Overton Window to the next level: the “Trump Trap Door.” His actual policy preferences (i.e. the ridiculous cabinet nominations) are just as insipid as his spontaneous utterances about invading Greenland, et.al. Consequently, it’s difficult to know which of Trump’s ideas — if any — to take seriously.
Hah. The Trump Trap Door. Now there’s an idea for another column. When Trump says something profoundly stupid, his supporters often insist he was joking. Good leaders don’t keep you guessing as to whether they are serious or joking. Ask anyone, such as my own son, who has received leadership training in the military.
As usual you are spot on!
Thanks for reading Lydia!
I went to Northeastern but never heard of "Overton Window". Sure could have used that in Amenia. Ha Ha, all the best
Right. I had never heard of the Overton Window in those days. Michael Levin vs. John Segalla. Lots of distractions there!
a terrifying time.....
I never thought I would live long enough to see Americans turn against other so bitterly and in such great numbers, all over politics.