How to Handle Trump: The Enduring Strategy of Waiting It Out
As the US navigates the Trump presidency, the only answer may be to wait him out. Explore the challenges and the path forward in this in-depth analysis.
The Unorthodox Nature of the Trump Presidency
The United States is a nation of remarkable contrasts, where one day it can achieve extraordinary feats like reaching the far side of the moon, only to have its president threaten to take Iran "back to the stone ages". This stark juxtaposition highlights the unparalleled challenges posed by the Trump presidency, where lofty achievements coexist with reckless rhetoric and unconventional policies.
As columnist Simon Jenkins points out, there is little practical value in sending humans to the moon, as robots can perform the necessary tasks. However, the president's threats against Iran are a different matter entirely, harkening back to the failed attempts of the past, such as Gen. Curtis LeMay's threats against Vietnam, which ultimately led to the US being crushed in the ensuing war.
