Los Angeles Times takes on Trump's words and how it may be key to politics in the future <Article>
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Summary-
President Donald Trump is doing better, feeling optimistic, and empathetic towards the people affected in the current hurricane. After the sub-par handling of the aftermath of Hurricane Maria by Trump, Hurricane Florence is another challenge that Trump should be aware about and respond accordingly so that he doesn't become a Stoned Bush. So far the hurricane has left eighteen people dead, and for Trump, his administration and FEMA have been "totally prepared" in protecting citizens and communities. On the contrary, the House remains open on how the hurricane can swing away from the Republicans. However, many voters nationwide could see how Trump reacting and handling Hurricane Florence could be a key role to Trump winning a possible re-election. His confidence and calm character has made him an arrogant or rather a selfish man by the Democratic Party, whereas the Republican Party would see it as a way for Trump to express patriotism and confidence set by the American people. So far Trump has been heavily active on Twitter, sending condolences towards the victims of the disaster. He is also planning to visit the affected zone once his visit will not be disturb any rescue efforts. People have a capacity for selective perception, which is paying attention to things that those people already agree with. Trump's campaign and promises upon the recovery and the feeling that everything will be "under control" reinforces trust in the President as well as increasing the likeliness of selective perception.
QQ: Can being too confident cause trouble among diplomatic relationships or even among the citizens of the United States?
yes. Most citizens of America know that Trump is a very confident person. However, his words don't mean as much because he tends to lie a lot. I am not sure Trump will continue with his plan to help.
ReplyDelete1. Yes, because Trumps public persona would reflect his confidence as nothing more than a mirage for some sort of insecurity or weakness. Many citizens would interpret his confidence this way, and as a result become fearful.
ReplyDeleteYes, being too confident can cause trouble among diplomatic relations because it can often be interpreted as too bold and unreasonable.
ReplyDeleteSophia McMaster
ReplyDeleteyes, being too confident can cause issues regarding diplomatic relations because it can cause fear in the public by not trusting the president's words especially if they aren't followed through with.
yes, being overconfident will lead to failure, it also makes people reluctant to trust Trump as he oftentimes lies, which hurts his position as a diplomat.
ReplyDeleteYes, being too confident often portrays oneself as arrogant and unwilling to compromise. It also gives the impression that they think they are better than everyone else. This can cause many miscommunications between countries.
ReplyDeleteYes, being overconfident can cause issues regarding the relationships the citzens, and diplomatic. It may come off that Trump is almost unwilling to help the people. He says much more than he does.
ReplyDeleteWhile being confident can have its benefits, the extent in which Trump is being confident can prove to cause some problems in the end, both with foreign countries and US citizens alike. The president acts as the face of our country, and if foreign leaders take these comments the wrong way, the US can be put in a harmful position.
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