London prepares for Trump Visit Amidst Controversy and Analysis of His Political Appeal
As preparations intensify for President Trump’s state visit to the United Kingdom, reports-widely circulated and satirized-suggest a heightened level of deference. these include claims of royal cutlery being polished for the President’s admiration, Corgis undergoing training to chant “USA, USA, USA,” and the King practicing the phrase “drill baby drill.”
While many express justifiable anger at policies perceived as undermining American democracy and fostering division, political analyst Peter Hyman argues for a strategic shift in response. In a new Substack post, Hyman details a year-long inquiry into countering far-right populism, including direct engagement with Trump supporters and analysis of his political strengths.
Hyman contends that mainstream political parties-both center-left and center-right-must understand Trump’s mastery of the attention economy and his success in building a political movement if they hope to effectively challenge his influence.A table accompanying the post illustrates the challenges facing established parties.
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