"Leaders of a republic or a democracy must be continually aware of this, and must communicate and conduct themselves in a way that inspires confidence — not just in themselves but in the system over which they preside."

Unfortunately, Trumps has no interest in any of that. He is only interested in showmanship. The other day he was actually repeating his tv show tripe, "You're fired!"

YOU HOPE TO SEE BETTER FROM YOUR PRESISDENT?!?

While I agree with most of what you wrote, you're dreaming my friend. He's having to much fun...