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Astead W. Herndon/The New York Times:
Trump and the Fun Factor
How his legal challenges play into his reputation as an entertainer.
After poring over traditional markers about fund-raising and poll numbers, Nate mentioned another standard I’ve been thinking about over the past few days: Do Trump’s legal challenges make him more (or less) fun?
The question is awkward, as it suggests that the reasons some Americans are drawn to politicians are divorced from the seriousness of their office. But after Trump’s arraignment in federal court in Miami this week, I’m reminded of its importance.
Everyone knows wrestling is phony. And/but If wrestling isn’t fun, why watch?
