Why politicians abandon Switzerland-like centrism to be more like Trump
Fox News host Sean Hannity tears into Gov. Gavin Newsom's 'political stunts' and calls out California's 'massive failure' on 'Hannity.'
Switzerland has long been the global poster child for neutrality. The country has built its entire brand on staying out of conflict, minding its own business and balancing interests.
For centuries, that worked. But in today’s American political climate, neutrality has become the kiss of death if you want to win a political race and get the latest news soundbite.
Level-headed, centrist politicians who avoid social media don’t get attention anymore because the political marketplace is driven by outrage, algorithms and entertainment value. The 24/7 news cycle and platforms like X, TikTok and Instagram reward sound bites, conflict and viral moments – not nuanced policy discussions.
Like President Trump or not, you’ve got to respect how good he is at controlling the stage with the spotlight on him all the time. (Rebecca Noble/Getty Images)
In an era where voters are polarized and clicks drive coverage, being measured and thoughtful simply doesn’t generate headlines. As a result, middle-of-the-road politicians are often drowned out by louder, more extreme voices who know how to dominate attention. Let’s face it, the middle means you’ll likely be the person who finishes last.
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