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Republicans Co-opt Fallen Soldiers' Sacrifice to Burnish Trump's Commander-in-Chief Image
Populist 'people vs elites' messaging & strongman style
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While honoring the dead is appropriate, the posts repeatedly center President Trump—his voice, his presence, his empathy—turning tragedy into a branding moment. Elevating the leader through emotional patriotism is a textbook strongman tactic aimed at boosting loyalty rather than merely paying respects.
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