> I have to presume he's done the same sort of analysis (he's not an idiot, he's well educated and successful so he's done something right along the way) Being

> I have to presume he's done the same sort of analysis (he's not an idiot, he's well educated and successful so he's done something right along the way) Being well educated and successful doesn't mean he acts rationally at all time. Some persons get extremely passionate and dogmatic when it comes to politics. I'm just speculating but maybe Trump's personality and style appeals to him in an irresistible way.