This Donald Trump is bald, but smiling. He’s honest and generous. He’s not volatile but calm, not reactionary but reassuring. He’s not the most important person in the world, but rather an important part of the world — a world where people and words and decisions matter. In other words, this is a fake Donald Trump Twitter account — as if Donald Trump had heard President Lincoln’s call, and indulged the “better angels” of his nature.
Since Twitter is the #1 newsmaker these days, given the President-elect’s fondness for the platform, it’s no surprise that Twitter has room for a voice that is both Trump and anti-Trump at once. Many people define themselves not by what they are, but by what they are not. MatureTrumpTwts — also known as “Presidential Trump” — helps define Trump by taking a nearly opposite approach to tweeting. Note: it’s an adjective — Presidential Trump– not a title. Be ready to be calmed, even bored. As Trump knows better than anyone, almost no one would follow this non-volatile stream of thoughtful reactions. There’s proof: not many do. Here’s a sample:
I look forward to the intel briefing tomorrow – and issuing the report to the media and public asap. Clarity is crucial to our democracy. https://t.co/Zn5mkG3z1Y
— PresidentialTrump (@MatureTrumpTwts) January 5, 2017
I will not be commenting about the hacks until I have heard the full intel briefing. It’s important to have the facts before weighing in. https://t.co/aHMo0obmaH
— PresidentialTrump (@MatureTrumpTwts) January 4, 2017
I look forward to the intel briefing tomorrow – and issuing the report to the media and public asap. Clarity is crucial to our democracy. https://t.co/Zn5mkG3z1Y
— PresidentialTrump (@MatureTrumpTwts) January 5, 2017
Tariffs on US products made in foreign lands shipped back here tax free could have positive $ impact. Will appoint task force to assess. https://t.co/yrMo3dVOqq
— PresidentialTrump (@MatureTrumpTwts) January 3, 2017
Our Asian allies play critical role in nuclear non-proliferation & disarmament. I look forward to discussions that advance our shared goal. https://t.co/JubH12TTey
— PresidentialTrump (@MatureTrumpTwts) January 3, 2017
