Totally disagree.
GW Bush’s presidency was totally, 100% undermined by his strategy of not responding to attacks.
If you’re hit, you must hit back.
It’s better if you hit back with a knockout punch, but even a jab is better than standing there allowing yourself to be pummeled.
Bush’s presidency was totally undermined by his own political blunders.
If youre hit, you must hit back.
But the complementary strategy which also needs to be executed is bringing in a lot more members of the media, specifically the conservative, respectful media. The left wing media haters don’t own their seats in the White House press room, and other reporters with competing perspectives must be included. Disgusting partisans like Andrea Mitchell and Jim Acosta should be completely ignored, shrouded as if they are dead.
When you ignore liars, bullies and thugs, you embolden them.