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It would be a mistake to think those people "dumb", IMO. Worst of the worst, possible/probable, but even the bubbliest of ding-dongs in pop culture did not get
by tunap 4y ago
It would be a mistake to think those people "dumb", IMO. Worst of the worst, possible/probable, but even the bubbliest of ding-dongs in pop culture did not get to their positions by being "dumb". The narrative is designed for deception to garner their objective: sales, votes, distraction, etc...
- DFHippie 4y agoYes. A talent for winning elections is something. It isn't a talent for governing or evidence of policy wisdom, but it is a talent. Sometimes a lack of scruples or shame can be a talent, too.
- akudha 4y agoThere is more than 50% chance that Herschel Walker is going to win. He is definitely not bright. There are many such examples. Then there are Ted Cruz, Josh Hawley type politicians who are definitely smart, but say/do insane stuff because it serves their needs. Then there is Mitch. Very smart but very scary, in a league of his own.