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The president as cult leader

They spewed hate — then they punctuated it with the president’s name. People voted for Trump because they were anxious, not poor. What happens to politics when crazy has a seat at the table? The president as cult leader: Even if Trump fires Mueller or leads us into war, his supporters will still obey his every word. Trapped in the White House: Many Trump aides are too “toxic” to get jobs. How long can Trump’s long con last? Trump has exaggerated his wealth for years — in office, he’s trying a similar scam. Conservatives: Trump crimes are none of our business. Shrugging off Trump scandals, evangelicals look to rescue G.O.P. Donald Trump stole Ted Cruz’s dignity — but some Republicans have held on to theirs. The Ronny Jackson mess perfectly sums up the Trump presidency.