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How Your Cynicism Protects Donald Trump David Frum explains why "political cynicism" is actually a shield for the current administration. In the first term, it was millions; in 2026, the scale has moved to billions. #DavidFrum #Politics2026 #Accountability #PoliticalAnalysis

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