I was born and raised in NJ, so I have an almost instinctual appreciation of Springstein.
But, alas, he is a musician.
There are many things that make me uncomfortable about Trump, although as of today, I see no better alternatives.
Whatever one’s sentiments, though, I would never question Trump’s intelligence. Anyone that does so is either untruthful, naive, or just plain dumb.
I was also raised in NJ. I hear Springsteen’s music as simple, lazy crap. I do agree with you about Trump being brilliant, though.