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Trump, the Man's Man at the RNC, AKA the Happiest Place on Earth

Mixed Signals from Semafor Media

CHAPTER

The Influence of Trump and Reality TV on American Culture

Exploring the connections between Donald Trump, reality TV, and the rise of UFC fighters on reality shows, this chapter discusses the cultural shift towards masculinity and male behavior in American society. It also reflects on the impact of media and politics, including discussions on the Me Too movement and the portrayal of events like the Aziz Ansari story. The conversation explores the convergence of cultural, political, and media currents in 2016, highlighting the endorsement of Trump by UFC's CEO and the projection of a specific idea of masculinity within the Republican party.

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