The Shaping of Trump: Media and Influence

This chapter examines the early influences on Donald Trump's persona, particularly his relationships with his father and Roy Cohn, while exploring the implications of his upbringing on his business and political ideologies. It also critiques portrayals of Trump in film, emphasizing how non-American perspectives provide a nuanced view that transcends simple satire. Finally, the discussion addresses Trump's complex relationship with media, illustrating how his approach to governance and self-image has been shaped by the sensationalism of reality television and social media.

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