Fifty four million is a big number. It’s difficult to wrap your head around numbers like that, especially when it comes to demographics. The Hispanic population represents 54 million of the 318 million people that live in the United States, that’s about 17 percent; and Donald Trump has succeeded in turning all 54 million against him.
The Hispanic population gets it. Trump is a political joke rather than a legitimate contender. He’s a journalists dream because he gives us hours upon hours of material. Trump’s antics boost views which in-turn furthers his publicity; the cycle feeds itself when reporters, politicians and columnists like me take the time to fuel the fire, essentially acting as players in his game, with our commentary.
But what I’m wondering is how educated adults have been hypnotized into thinking that the game is a logical reality?
Trump supporters seem to fall into two categories, those that sincerely believe in his ability to “make America great again,” and those that are entertained by the sheer hilarity of his success.
To be honest, I get it.
How could you not be enamored with a man who goes from a television game show host to presidential candidate seemingly over night? Someone who says bold statements like “I will build a great, great wall on our southern border, and I will make Mexico pay for it.”
Sensationalism is his saving grace, and despite all of his shortcomings, the one main thing that he has succeeded in is making politics interesting for the general public.
He captivates the audience with spontaneous behavior and radical statements; he makes people want to keep up with politics, which is something that has been nearly non-existent in my generation.
People are over being politically correct.
They’re over indoor voices and disguised insults said with smiling faces. My generation wants emotion, honesty and transparency.
To us, anger and outrage are better than boredom and forced friendliness. And that is exactly what Donald Trump gives, even if it comes in a twisted and ill-informed package.
His polarizing personality forces the public to either love or hate him, both of which are better than disinterest.
Ultimately, there is a greater chance of me voting for Kenye than Donald Trump. However where credit is earned credit is due, and he has certainly succeeded and bringing some pizzazz back to politics.
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