David Brooks's latest: Trump’s Strength Is His Greatest Weakness
His initiative has been the key to much of his success, but lacking any sense of prudence, he does not understand the difference between a risk and a gamble.
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April 24, 2025, 5:15 p.m. Eastern time

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Opinion | Trump’s Strength Is His Greatest Weakness

His initiative has been the key to much of his success, but lacking any sense of prudence, he does not understand the difference between a risk and a gamble.

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