Scott Adams (creator of Dilbert) does a lot of analysis of current events in the context of persuasion and strategy. He always has fascinating insight into Trump's modus operandi
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Originally Posted by Scott Adams
Is this a master stroke of persuasion or just bat#### racist crazy? I’ll help you sort that out.
For context, you already know Trump’s game plan goes like this:
1. Say something that draws all media attention his way, denying his opponents any chance of getting a toehold. Opponents are forced to respond to Trump as if he is already the leader and his opinions are the only ones that matter.
2. Force the public to focus on issues where Trump polls well.
3. Ask for far more than you expect to get. (Negotiate from the start.)
4. Force people to see the world in terms of strength and weakness because people are drawn to strength in times of uncertainty.
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This was a great read, especially at the end when he uses the dad vs mom analogy for the potential Trump vs Clinton campaign.
http://blog.dilbert.com/post/1347915...suasion-series