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It’s not even 10 AM and Trump has already promised 50% tariffs on the EU and 25% tariffs on Apple. Meanwhile, Scott Bessent is on Fox lying like a rug.

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Demagoguery is the use of emotional manipulation, fear, lies, and division by a political leader to gain and maintain power—usually by appealing to prejudice instead of reason.

A demagogue doesn’t lead by vision or policy. They lead by rage, blame, and scapegoats—often turning people against each other to distract from their own failures or corruption.

Classic traits of demagoguery include:

• Stirring up fear and resentment

• Targeting marginalized groups

• Promising only they can “save” the people

• Attacking the press, courts, or any accountability

• Reducing complex issues to simple slogans and enemies

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