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Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and the Thug Theory of Leadership

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Trump’s praise of Putin reflects something more sinister than simple Obama-hate: Some people confuse strong leadership with a thuggish authoritarian impulse.

John Avlon
John Avlon
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