Opinion | Bacon Prices and the Windmills of Trump's Mind
Briefly

Donald Trump's assertions about bacon prices offer a window into his judgment, revealing either a willingness to lie or an alarming level of ignorance.
Trump's false claims regarding bacon costs have been debunked, illustrating how he often outlasts the media's ability to correct his misinformation.
Unlike abstract issues like crime, bacon prices are easily refutable by daily experience, making Trump’s exaggerations stand out as particularly misleading.
While crime has been decreasing, many Americans perceive it to be increasing, showing how the context of certain issues makes Trump’s claims more readily believed.
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