The man behind the rant

One would expect that a Memorial Day post from the President of the United States would pay respect for the fallen who sacrificed their lives for their country, and gratitude for those who still serve.

If we expected the current President to do the same, then our expectations were unrealistic. Instead of respect, he dished up this unhinged rant:

What sort of president would post that? Only Trump.

But why would he?

Because the man is a walking, talking contradiction: a childish bully with a vindictive streak, wrapped in a narcissistic shell that leaves no room for respect.

His immaturity is staggering. He throws tantrums over minor setbacks, stomps around like a toddler denied a toy, yet his bullying would ensure no one dares laugh. He belittles people (including world leaders) in meetings, mocks ideas with a sneer and with words dripping with contempt. If you cross him, even unintentionally, his vindictiveness kicks in – think public humiliation with a smirk, while he revels in their discomfort. He wields his authority like a weapon. He doesn’t just hold grudges – he nurtures them, plotting petty revenges while gloating over the misery he causes.

Narcissism also defines Trump. Every success is his doing; every failure, someone else’s fault. He craves admiration, demands constant praise while dismissing others’ contributions. “I did this beautiful thing,” he boasts, ignoring the sweat and tears of those beneath him. Respect? Nonexistent. It’s a foreign concept. He ignores boundaries, mock personal struggles, and treats people like pawns in his ego-driven game.

Hopefully that explains – only briefly – why he posts unhinged rants.

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