To be, or not to be: Part IV--The Composite

The composite Trumpster is a man or woman over the age of 45, with a high school degree or less and, to lesser extent, having some college, an associates degree or a bachelor's degree. Most supporters are Independents and some are Republicans. In terms of ideology, they describe themselves as moderates, somewhat conservative and, at times, conservative. Trumpsters tend to be first time voters, or caucus goers, and like The Donald for three reasons. They view him as a political outsider who tells it like it is, and as the candidate most likely to bring change. What supporters want changed is primarily the immigration system, followed closely by the economy and terrorism risk. Trumpsters are angry at the government.

Now we can return to the question of the nature of the dynamic-between Trump and his minions-that results in their acceptance of his perpetually pestilential presentation. The simple answer is that they are being manipulated by a charismatic candidate who connects with voters by being one-of-the-guys, and by waving the Flag.

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Putting aside the topic of the incalculable risk inherent in being governed by someone who politics with a mixture of charisma, populism and nationalism (consider Adolph Hitler, as an extreme example), this answer needs significant elaboration to be complete.

So, let's look at how Trump's narcissism and an angry electorate interact...