Whether it be his aggressive nature, his wit or his attacks on others, Trump was able to capture the public attention and votes, making him now the presumptive Republican presidential nominee. Surprised?
One particular media tactic that has captured the public’s attention and even raised some eyebrows is his ability to name call and make it stick in people’s minds. From “Lyin’ Ted” to “Little Marco” and even “Crooked Hillary,” he has displayed a certain genius in naming his opponents. The effect of his nickname strategy has invoked a slew of twitter rants from his opponents, which only makes for good publicity.
The latest from Trump; calling Senator Elizabeth Warren “Goofy Warren,” who is projected to be a possible vice-presidential candidate for Hillary Clinton. Not only does he go on a twitter rant with name calling, but also attacks Clinton’s ‘goofy’ friend in his victory speech.
Goofy Elizabeth Warren and her phony Native American heritage are on a Twitter rant. She is too easy! I'm driving her nuts.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 7, 2016
Jeremy Sherman, an epistemologist, claimed that people don't like ambiguity, which explains why many voters appreciate Trumps "certainty, predictability and stability". His demeanor, although tactless and undiplomatic, gives the public the perception that Trump knows the hard-facts and is less wishy-washy as the other candidates.
While some may appreciate his name calling and find it amusing, many would classify his political style as arrogant, childish and undiplomatic.
"Lyin' Ted", "Little Marco", "Low Energy Jeb", "Goofy Elizabeth Warren". What will @realDonaldTrump call world leaders? #trumpnamecalling
— Stephan Booswah (@stephanbooswah) May 8, 2016
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