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Good article. A lot of people seem hellbent on electing a narcissist like Trump. Understandable. He’s just the “Republican” version of the very narcissistic Obama, and the American people elected him. Twice.

A lot of people on this board blindly support him no matter what he says or does. Sadly, that’s the same Kool-Aid that the dimmos drink for their leaders. It’s a form of idolatry. They worship him, and anytime anything is said against their idol, they react as if a blasphemy has been committed. That’s why they get so upset.

There would be a lot more civility if people removed the worship from the equation. Don’t be afraid to admit the shortcomings of your candidate. Recognize that Trump is a narcissist and not a conservative at all. Recognize that Cruz apparently surrounded himself with bad help (assuming he wasn’t the author of the dirty tricks). Recognize that Rubio is now the establishment candidate and therefore clearly part of the problem. Etc.

Worship Someone worthy of worship. None of the presidential candidates are worthy of worship.

A lot of people on this board blindly support him no matter what he says or does. Sadly, thatâ€™s the same Kool-Aid that the dimmos drink for their leaders. Itâ€™s a form of idolatry. They worship him, and anytime anything is said against their idol, they react as if a blasphemy has been committed. Thatâ€™s why they get so upset.

I can understand how Trump appeals to the masses, to the silent majority that isn't generally well-informed. Trump doesn't have positions, he says what he thinks is best for him when he needs it. People know him from TV. But what surprised me the most about him is the number of so-called conservatives here on FR who not just blindly follow him, but rabidly attack any perceived threat to him. On a conservative website. Sigh.