Does it matter?

If a politician that advocates for all the policies that you love, and also happens to be a proven liar, do you care? What if that person was a proven criminal? This is the question that probably will be answered in this country. For decades, Donald Trump has had to deal with a number of legal problems and usually comes ahead. Part of his advantage is that his organization is completely insulated, with no outsiders ever let in (either as investors or senior staff). As a private organization, that fully utilized every last loophole, they built a small empire (very small, by NYC real estate standards). However, it seems that Trump's most loyal confidants(historically) are being put in a very tough position. If any investigation finds evidence of illegal activity, it is likely that Trump's former allies will save themselves, receiving sweet deals to tell the entire truth. If that truth makes it clear that Trump has knowingly broken the law, will anyone care? More importantly, will his supporters care?  Of course, if they don't, it will be ridiculously hypocritical, given their past actions (specifically trying to impeach Bill Clinton for lying under oath).  My guess is that his supporters won't care enough to change their allegiance. This is also based on the Democrats moving further to the left, making is harder for moderate Republicans to find an acceptable alternative.

Will this usher in a new era of completely disconnecting a politicians personal life from his policies? Will characteristics, like integrity, be completely replaced by charisma? Is this the end of Leadership and the beginning of pure-populism (on either side). Is this good for America and what does that even mean?

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