Politics has always been theater. Sophocles wrote about political leaders, as did Shakespeare, because it fits. Democracy is about ordinary people having the right to expect better, to be honorably served & to defend that principle even when their side loses.
Political theater has existed since the founding of organized governments. Trump did not create the theater evidently you just became aware and thought it hadn't previously been practiced as you participated!
I just look at your time line; @marwilliamson When one seeks growth to achieve wisdom in truth it is honorable. You have been deceived by your mentors. They keep the truth from you to manipulate you and your. Seek and it shall be revealed to you. Dont be a follower, you are more