The election of a convicted felon as president can be interpreted as a collective pushback against political and corporate establishments, driven by a desire for change and empowerment.
Jesse James, Bonnie & Clyde, Pretty Boy Floyd
The common threads among folkloric criminals and politicians are
Jesse James, Bonnie & Clyde, Pretty Boy Floyd
The common threads among folkloric criminals and politicians are
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✅ Defiance of authority
✅ Economic hardship
🫸 Charisma and style
These characters resonate with segments of the public because they tap into shared frustrations, distrust of elites, and a desire for disruption.
Meanwhile, the hardships, frustrations, distrust, and divisivness only grow under the narcissists. Relief never comes.