The article discusses how the second Trump administration represents a shift in U.S. governance to patrimonialism, characterized by personalized power dynamics over traditional institutions. This has led to a foreign policy that downplays tensions with Russia while straining relationships with allies like Ukraine and Europe. The admiration Trump holds for Putin reflects broader themes of toxic masculinity and loyalty-based governing styles. Jonathan Rauch further argues that the changes indicate not just an administration transition but a fundamental alteration in the American political system, steering away from established norms toward personalized governance.
Trump's presidency exemplifies a shift towards patrimonialism, prioritizing loyalty and personal connections over established institutions or formal governance norms.
The shift in U.S. foreign policy under Trump emphasizes personal admiration for strongmen like Putin, leading to a potential destabilization of alliances with Ukraine and Europe.
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