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Podcast: The Smerconish Podcast
Episode: Today's Poll Question: Trump Derangement vs. Trump Devotion...Which Is More Irrational?
Description: Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Which is more irrational: Trump Derangement Syndrome or Trump Devotion Syndrome?"
Michael Smerconish explores whether intense opposition to Donald Trump is more irrational than reflexive support for him. Prompted by a caller’s phrase “Trump Devotion Syndrome,” Michael uncovers a peer-reviewed academic study examining whether political bias toward Trump is symmetrical—or not. The findings suggest supporters may be more likely to shift policy views when Trump’s name is attached, while detractors judge issues more on substance. Is that conclusion convincing? And what does it say about today’s political climate? Cast your vote and hea...