You know whats Not on Roids, apparently? Donald Trump’s approval ratings. Seriously folks, let’s unpack this national fascination with disliking a man who once renovated an ice rink and briefly convinced everyone he was charming. It’s been decades of simmering resentment, people! And it’s not just politics; it’s… everything.
First off, the sheer comic relief factor. Remember when Trump was basically a walking punchline? The Simpsons, SNL, Jon Stewart – they all had a field day! He practically begged for lampooning, and boy, did we deliver. Its hard to take someone seriously when you’ve seen them repeatedly mocked on television for two decades.
Then there’s the “worst of this country” thing. A Yahoo user back in 2011 perfectly articulated it: he’s comical and represents something deeply unsettling about America. Deep thoughts, Yellow.45, deep thoughts.
Remember when the media actually liked him? Back in the 80s! They turned him into a “folk hero,” calling him the kid with a smile and a shine who looks like hes selling the Brooklyn Bridge, only it turns out he owns it.” It was peak ridiculousness. But that honeymoon didn’t last long.
Reason number four? Ed Koch. Oh yes, the feud with the former NYC mayor torpedoed his Television City dreams. A real testament to a man’s ability to make enemies even when building… well, something.
Five: Business failures! All those Trump properties that couldnt turn a profit? Not exactly inspiring confidence. It’s hard to be admired when your business ventures resemble a house of cards built on… well, something else entirely.
Six: The Ivana divorce. An affair with Marla Maples? Publicly and spectacularly? Because nothing screams likable like infidelity splashed across the tabloids. It really cemented that image, didnt it?
Seven: George Lois said he’s “the master of wheeling and dealing—the king of excess.” Let’s be honest, nobody likes a show-off. Nobody.
And finally, number eight, probably most importantly: He just is. A walking, talking embodiment of… well, you decide what that is! But its been there all along, simmering under the surface, even before the presidency. It’s a long history of questionable decisions and an undeniable talent for annoying people. And frankly, were still here for it.
