Originally Posted by Guest

Right from his first hours in office, he has shown little respect for the protocol of his position, and in many ways he has lost the power to shock.

In normal political times, the sight of a US President threatening to leave Americans in prison -- especially in an autocratic nation with little tolerance for human rights -- just because they didn't sufficiently praise him would be stunning.

But that's what he threatened to do with the players jailed in China. Trump to LaVar Ball: 'I should have left them in jail!'

He has shown an incessant craving for praise during his first 10 months in office.

He has trawled for credit for a soaring stock market, awarded himself A+ ratings for his handling of hurricanes and tried to convince Americans his administration is the most prolific and successful in history.
In a televised Cabinet meeting in June, Trump sat and watched while his subordinates showered him with praise and loyalty pledges.

This President wants you to give thanks every day - CNNPolitics