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Trump’s Strong Man Persona is Breaking Down: We Are Getting a Look at the Real Man, and No One Is Impressed

Recent events have revealed cracks in this facade, exposing a less impressive reality and causing disillusionment among even his staunchest supporters.

Libby Winkler
4 min readAug 5, 2024
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Trump’s Strong Man Persona is Breaking Down: We Are Getting a Look at the Real Man, and No One Is Impressed

Donald Trump’s public persona has long been that of a strong, unyielding leader who thrives on projecting power and dominance.

This image has been central to his appeal among his base, who see him as a fighter against the establishment and a champion of their interests. However, recent events have revealed cracks in this facade, exposing a less impressive reality and causing disillusionment among even his staunchest supporters.

The Erosion of the Strongman Image

Trump cultivated an image of unwavering strength from the outset of his political career. He presented himself as the ultimate dealmaker, a billionaire businessman who could not be intimidated or swayed.

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Libby Winkler
Libby Winkler

Written by Libby Winkler

Freelance writer who loves exploring the messiness of humanity, while poking around in nooks of life and shining light on all the things that make us complex..

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