Letters from an American December 26, 2024
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Dec 27, 2024 Dive into the world of theatrical politics where social media blurs the lines between reality and drama, akin to professional wrestling. Explore recent geopolitical tensions stemming from a plane crash in Kazakhstan and the rise of nationalist rhetoric in Russia. Hear about the protests in Georgia pushing back against Russian influence and the ongoing U.S. support for Ukraine amid rising aggression. It's a compelling look at how provocative messaging shapes our global stage.
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Trump's Neo-Kayfabe
- Trump's social media posts can be interpreted through the lens of professional wrestling's neo-kayfabe.
- This involves blurring fact and fiction, mirroring the totalitarian mindset described by Hannah Arendt.
Trump's Christmas Claims
- On Christmas, Trump falsely claimed Chinese soldiers operate the Panama Canal and that Biden is incompetent.
- He suggested the U.S. should take over the Panama Canal, Canada, and Greenland.
Abandoned Promises
- Trump's focus on threatening other countries has overshadowed his campaign promise of lowering prices.
- This promise, mentioned in Time magazine, seems abandoned for a new, potentially insincere performance.