"The new Trump passport joins a growing list of documents, monuments, and interior-design details that Trump has lately altered in his own image. Most presidents at least play-act modesty and let supporters rename the airports after they're gone. But Trump isn't bothering with those niceties."
"According to Ashley and Michael's reporting, he has privately started talking about himself as being on par with great, norm-defying, historical figures-mainly Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, and Napoleon Bonaparte-and acting accordingly."
"Trump's new understanding of himself as a figure for the ages might help explain why a lot of his recent behavior defies immediate political logic of the time he lives in."
The State Department released a limited-edition passport for America's 250th birthday, featuring Trump's portrait prominently. This reflects Trump's self-image as a historical figure. He has altered various documents and monuments in his likeness, showing a disregard for traditional modesty. Trump's self-perception aligns him with historical figures like Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar. This evolving self-understanding may explain his recent actions, such as persisting in unpopular overseas wars and focusing on personal projects despite political consequences.
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