Opinion | The King of Gilt Kicks Off the Golden Age
Briefly

Donald Trump's recent inaugural address emphasized his view of political victory over naysayers and his position of power. He highlighted the improbability of his comeback, suggesting that perceptions of him as a political anomaly have shifted. Trump's narrative frames him as a dominant figure controlling the Republican Party, with Democrats unable to counteract his influence. By declaring his political resurgence, he asserts not just his personal triumph but a significant shift in political dynamics within the United States, challenging past beliefs about the political landscape.
Many people thought it was impossible for me to stage such a historic political comeback, said 45 as he morphed into 47. But as you see today, here I am.
When he was elected in 2016, many assumed he was an anomaly, a deviation from the new political movement that Barack Obama represented.
Trump has them all just where he wants them, riding back into town as master and commander of the entire fleet.
It's both a boast and a warning, not just an assertion of his comeback but a pivot to his perceived control over American politics.
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