By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Former President Donald Trump, unlikely to receive a Nobel Peace Prize, sought to obtain one from Maria Corina Machado by feigning support for democracy in Venezuela. This maneuver highlights Trump’s primary motivation: ego. Trump’s actions, from attacking Venezuela to seizing reporters’ devices, demonstrate a growing megalomania that is alarming even some Republicans. While some hope Republican lawmakers will find the courage to challenge him, the author believes some are beyond redemption.
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Why would Trump want someone else’s Nobel Peace Prize? Well, let’s unpack that. The resounding answer seems to be rooted in the very core of his being: a profound sense of entitlement and a deep-seated narcissism. It’s not about the achievement, but about the *possession*. He doesn’t see it as something to be earned, but rather something to be *taken*. This mirrors a pattern seen throughout his life, from allegedly pocketing a FIFA medal to creating fake Time Magazine covers to inflate his own perceived accomplishments.
It appears that Trump doesn’t understand the concept of earning things. This behavior suggests he believes that simply *having* something equates to *earning* something. A Nobel Peace Prize, in his eyes, is just another trophy to be claimed, regardless of merit. In essence, he wants it because he wants it, and the concept of rightful ownership doesn’t seem to enter the equation.
A significant factor driving this desire seems to be Obama. The fact that a Black man, whom Trump likely views with contempt due to his own racist tendencies, received the prize may be a primary motivator. Acquiring the prize would serve as a way to undermine or diminish Obama’s achievements, which would be a source of satisfaction for Trump. It’s a “Look at me, I can do it too!” sort of mentality, regardless of whether he actually deserved it or not.
Trump’s actions suggest he is a “grabber”. He’s known for taking what he wants, from people to resources. This mindset extends to achievements and accolades as well. The very act of taking something that isn’t rightfully his—especially something prestigious like the Nobel Peace Prize—would feed his ego and reinforce his sense of power. It’s like a child wanting a toy; it doesn’t matter who it belongs to, they want it.
The desire is further fueled by his narcissistic personality disorder. Narcissists often have an inflated sense of self-importance and believe they deserve admiration and recognition, regardless of their actual contributions. Because of this, he likely feels he deserves the prize, even if he hasn’t done anything to warrant it. They also crave power and control, and stealing the prize would give him a sense of both.
The act is also about causing pain. Taking the prize from someone else, especially someone he dislikes, would bring Trump immense pleasure. It’s about dominating and asserting his will over others. This is a pattern seen throughout his life: everything is about him.
His lack of self-awareness is astounding. He operates on the principle of “Gimme!” because he doesn’t care about the validity or the reasoning behind it. It’s a childish behavior driven by deep insecurity and a desperate need for external validation. Having it is the goal, not earning it.
This desire aligns with his pattern of taking shortcuts. Throughout his life, he has often found ways to avoid the hard work required to achieve his goals. He has inherited wealth, engaged in fraud, and relied on others to bolster his image. Taking someone else’s prize would be yet another shortcut, perfectly fitting his pattern of behavior.
In essence, Trump covets what he doesn’t earn, and that includes a Nobel Peace Prize. It is driven by ego, spite, and a fundamental lack of respect for achievement and merit. His mind is like a child and all he wants is to take what others have.