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The OODA loop is great. Does anyone else see the current president using it when engaging in political skirmishes and pulling maneuvers that leaves his opponents stupefied?

Rick Presley Profound question. Bush Jr. cultivated the persona of a buffoon who was only marginally aware of what was going on, yet managed to lead the US for 8 y…moreProfound question. Bush Jr. cultivated the persona of a buffoon who was only marginally aware of what was going on, yet managed to lead the US for 8 years. Trump has elevated caricature to a level beyond. His insight and understanding into the "madness of crowds" is astounding.

But you ask of his tactics and I wonder if you are correct. His opponents are constantly off-balance. The press focuses on the crisis du jour of whatever breach of political correctness he's committed. Meanwhile Scott Adams of Dilbert fame trumpets him as perhaps the greatest master of persuasion the White House has seen. His "Win Bigly" just might provide you an answer to your question. (less)

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