As an observer of the political landscape, something that has always concerned me about former President Donald Trump is his undeniable degradation in physical and mental health over the years. This was evident during his presidency and, if anything, it has only gotten worse since then. The recent viral video of Trump slurring his words during a rally indeed raises many questions about his wellbeing and his capacity to fulfill any future leadership roles.
Trump supporters, on the other hand, seem to prefer turning a blind eye to this issue, even in the face of clear deterioration. His followers still laud his actions and behavior, calling them strokes of genius no matter how questionable they may seem.… Continue reading
Biographical critiques of public figures are not uncommon, especially in the world of politics. Much less common, however, is commentary on the mental health or cognitive function of a public figure. For the privilege of such reporting, we usually need the perspective of a trusted medical professional. But when Donald Trump’s own biographer, Tim O’Brien, expresses concern about the former president’s cognitive decline, it’s worth taking notice.
O’Brien’s comments come on the heels of several episodes that have raised questions about Trump’s mental faculties, most notably his often incoherent or repetitive speech. For me, it was his recent tangents on “debanking” that raised eyebrows.… Continue reading
As I watched the latest debacle unfold, I couldn’t help but think – how has it come to this? Former president Donald Trump speaking publicly and appearing to confuse the roles of two prominent women politicians – he suggested Nikki Haley was in charge on January 6, the day the U.S Capitol was stormed; a responsibility that fell under Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s purview. The cognitive decline seemingly implied by this mix-up is deeply concerning, bordering on alarming as it perhaps signifies the initial stages of degeneration.
One cannot simply brush off such glaring errors, especially when they come from someone who once occupied the highest office in the nation.… Continue reading
A ‘whale’ of a tale: Trump continues to distort cognitive test he took. The Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a test aimed at detecting dementia or cognitive decline, never included the combination of animals Trump identified this week.
As I read through the comments and opinions surrounding Trump’s distorted claims about the cognitive test, one thing becomes clear: there is significant concern about his mental health and cognitive abilities. Some suggest that he may be suffering from advanced dementia or the effects of a stroke. Others argue that his frequent cognitive tests indicate a hidden medical condition, one that his inner circle is attempting to hide.… Continue reading
Ever since the announcement of Joe Biden as the presumptive nominee for the Democratic party in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, there has been much debate and speculation about who he was going to be up against. Donald Trump, the incumbent President, is a formidable candidate, not just because of his status as the sitting President but also due to his unpredictable actions and comments. Yet, the recent revelation that Trump has been confusing Biden with Obama again and again has brought to light not just issues with Trump’s cognition but also possible manipulation tactics that underpin his political strategy.
To start with, it is alarming that the leader of one of the world’s most powerful nations is clearly struggling with cognition, especially by getting people’s names and crucial historical information wrong.… Continue reading
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