The Washington Post today has several useful articles on the situation with the Republican race for President. Particularly useful is an article on the nature of bullying and the Trump candidate. (And it is more the candidate rather than any Trump campaign.) Also included are articles on the lack of substance on the part of the so-called leading candidates, Trump and Carson, as well as related issues.
It is depressing to see that a bullying candidate has gotten so much attention so far. According to the description of schoolyard bullying which is given by The Post, the press are themselves enablers of this kind of behavior. The press needs to cut it out and get to the business of dealing with someone who has, in effect, a personality disorder and who furthermore is supported by and cheered on by others with (I say politely) issues.
So this is where we are in this already long political year. It is time to put behind us this season of circus-making and get to the serious business of governing, because the country must still be run -- as responsibly as possible under some quite trying circumstances.
It is depressing to see that a bullying candidate has gotten so much attention so far. According to the description of schoolyard bullying which is given by The Post, the press are themselves enablers of this kind of behavior. The press needs to cut it out and get to the business of dealing with someone who has, in effect, a personality disorder and who furthermore is supported by and cheered on by others with (I say politely) issues.
So this is where we are in this already long political year. It is time to put behind us this season of circus-making and get to the serious business of governing, because the country must still be run -- as responsibly as possible under some quite trying circumstances.
Shall we call this condition ACPD, Affective Candidate Personality Disorder? And did I mention how dangerous such a disorder can be? Again, The Post issue of today is recommended.
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