Why Does a Portion of the American Population Hate Trump

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President Trump has been a "lightening rod" for a lot of criticism during his terms in office, but one thing I bet he did not foresee, was a condition called Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS). Which begs the question: Why does part of the country hate the president so much? In my view, much of the hatred is based on Trump's personality and presidential style. In addition, those who object to the President's policies have been swayed by the media's misrepresentation and outright "gaslighting," of his objectives. However, that being said, Trump does have many character flaws (as we all do) which are magnified being in the political spotlight. Therefore, let's take a look at some of Trump's behavior that not only turns me off, but other people too: 1. THE NEED TO BE THE CENTER OF ATTENTION- Although Trump takes more questions from the press than any president in history, this can come across to others as craving recognition and the need to always be in the limelight. 2. OVERSIZED EGO- His need to dominate conversations overexplaining and repeating his views. His repetition can be tedious for sure in making his points. Something else which can be annoying is how he often compliments his cabinet members performance but expects them in turn to praise his leadership and vision. This need for flattery and seeking external validation can be a turn off. 3. CONDESCENDING ATTITUDE- Oftentimes Trump will put down the mainstream media with comments like "Fake News" or calling a reporter's question stupid. He also puts down Democratic leaders with terms like "low IQ person." These insensitive and childish comments show a lack of maturity. 4. EXAGGERATOR- Trump often boasts his policies will be the "best ever." This comes across as being a braggart, not an endearing trait. He also will inflate numbers on policy issues for effect. Although the numbers always accurately reflect an improvement for the better, it allows him to be criticized by media fact checkers who take what he says literally. 5. SELF-PROMOTER- The President thrives on being in the public eye, craving attention and being the "star of the show." Oftentimes it's through flamboyant and incendiary statements to bring an issue to America's attention. Or engaging in attention-grabbing antics. These actions leave him open to attack by the Democrats and legacy media. ***But in spite of this negative behavior Trump got elected twice? You could blame the other candidates for being poor choices for president, but I think it's more than that. I believe enough people saw that many of his policies were based in "common sense." I also think enough of the electorate wanted a non-politician, an outsider, someone who would actually get results, fix problems, and yes, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN. That acronym is not a bad thing, "it's a good thing" (as Trump would say). It's just that MAGA has been wrongly tied to a president's behavior instead of an ideal. Look, I'm not always in agreement with Trump's behavior, but I favor many of the Administration's solution to problems the country now faces following 4 years of Joe Biden. And although flawed, (what leader isn't) someone who fights so hard for world peace, and prosperity and safety for its legal citizens at home, deserves better from the press and the Trump haters. It's easy to get caught up in the Trump "hyperbole" and dislike how he says things, but one must be objective and base the administration's performance on what is accomplished. ***Finally, congrats to the Trump Administration for achieving a cease fire in Gaza and getting the remaining living hostages back. Just incredible! Although there is no permanent guarantee dealing with a terrorist group like Hamas, even TDSers should acknowledge Trump's efforts to stop the killing in the Mideast. Biden couldn't achieve it, and "word salad" Harris definitely could not. And for those still filled with TDS here is a (not so) Fun Fact: ---Medical studies document that chronic anger can dramatically shorten life expectancy. So, watch out Democrats, liberals, and TDSers, hatred of all things Trump is detrimental to the body, the mind, and the soul. Photo- You Tube