[Hoot Gibson]

I'm amused that anybody would think that Trump began calling people names as a reaction to things that RINOs and Democrats did to him. The childish name calling began early in the 2016 campaign, before anybody thought Trump had any chance of becoming president. The problem is not "mean" talking, the problem is the image that a president projects by referring to potential allies  and political enemies by nicknames that a third grader might use. It's unprofessional and just plain dumb.

Really well said Hoot. This sensible take will not be well received by guys like Jetpilot.

Edit: Welp... just read Jet's response. Like I said, not well received.

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^^^Dumb dumb dumb. 1000x dumb. Infinity dumb. Fight fire with fire. "looking presidential" is a midwit phrase at this point. Biden and Harris look less presidential than anyone on the planet but their over the top rhetoric and hate speech not only doesn't hurt them, it gives them an advantage. And playing nice just lets them win. Not arguing with you today Hoot. You were 1000% wrong in 2016 and didn't learn a thing. Last response to you today, total waste of my time.

Somehow, you have gotten the impression that you have some say in the content of my posts. You need to understand that is not the case. Calling me dumb and calling me a Hillary supporter because I dare disagree with you is just not going to win any debates with me. You should have learned that lesson by now. 

On the contrary. I would be embarrassed if anyone thought your posts reflected my thinking when it comes to politics. You do seem very smart in other areas though lol...

You would probably be a perfect fit in a Trump administration, but who knows, Steve Bannon was a Trump yes man and he lasted less than a year before he was forced out.

Jet would be just the kind of sycophant that Trump likes to surround himself with. Trump wouldn't like you at all, Hoot. He has no time or place for anyone that dares to question him about some of the things he says or does.

The best leaders listen to their subordinates before making decisions. The best followers don't hesitate to speak up and give their advice, but support the leader's decision once it has been made. The only exceptions are if you are given illegal or unethical marching orders.

Otherwise, as a former manager once told me, as a manager, you make decisions and if other employees don't like the decisions, then they have two choices - they can get mad and leave or they can get mad and stay. Great leaders do not delegate important, tough decisions but they recognize the value of listening to honest advice.