"Multiple reports from linguists, journalists, and political analysts have noted that Donald Trump often speaks vaguely or ambiguously, a pattern that many observers believe is a calculated strategy to maintain deniability. This style allows different audiences to project their own interpretations onto his words and gives him room to later reinterpret or deny what he said.
Key characteristics of this speaking style include:
Use of coded language: Analysts at Brandeis University and other institutions have noted Trump's use of phrases that can be interpreted differently by various audiences. For example, he has used terms that resonate with white nationalists while maintaining the ability to argue that his statements had a more innocuous meaning.
Plausible deniability through suggestion: Observers point out that Trump often implies things rather than stating them directly, a rhetorical device known as paraleipsis. This allows him to "activate" his followers' interpretations of his intended meaning and then credibly fight with the media over what he did or did not explicitly say.
Simple, repetitive language: Trump's speaking style has been described as using simple words and repetitive phrases. Some analysts believe this allows him to be vague enough for people to project their own interpretations onto his words and can be a powerful sales technique to influence an audience.
Boasting about the "weave": Trump has publicly discussed his conversational style, which he calls "the weave." He claims this is a "genius" method of jumping between topics, but critics see it as rambling and incoherent.
Contradictions and shifting reality: Observers like Yale professor Jason Stanley have argued that by constantly contradicting himself, Trump undermines a shared sense of reality, which is essential for collective decision-making in a democracy. The contradictions can be seen as part of his strategy to achieve domination rather than accuracy.
This method of communication has drawn widespread criticism. Analysts from different backgrounds have pointed out that this approach can undermine political processes, shift the Overton window of acceptable discourse, and contribute to public confusion."
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In other words, Trump talks like Draymond kicks guys in the nuts, ambiguously and with plausible deniability.
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