Sequels are usually worse

[chhinnamasta]

The latest episode of The Ezra Klein Show features a great conversation between Klein and Yascha Mounk. They discuss the fact that Trump's illiberal instincts are currently, to some degree, mitigated by his incompetence. The scariest takeaway from this podcast is the thought that the unexpected popularity of Trump's illiberalism is trailblazing

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[suegypt]

Well, there's a cheerful thought, doc. Who could it be, this strongman? Pence is rather one-dimensional, i don't think the illiberal will fall in love with him after Trump's ouster. Paul Ryan could fit the bill, but he's not a Senator (thank god), and people just don't like him. Mitch McConnell is a turtle; all he has on his side is longevity.

Who would it be, this strongman?

[chhinnamasta]

Covfefe?