Most politicians who were driven mad in office in the past had fallen victim to fawning and flattery. With the maddening hoots and jeers of the crowd, I think we are learning that hatred can be just as disturbing as praise.
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@j-amesmarriott.bsky.social is right
Politics today is all about the extent to which the public will loathe you — even once-popular mayors can’t escape the curse
