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Did the President Breakdown at Davos or Break Davos? – 01.23.26
Friday, 23 January, 2026
Today let’s dig into the question many voters, analysts, and allies are asking after the president’s recent public appearances and policy rhetoric: are we witnessing erratic behavior — or a deliberate, Machiavellian approach to power and geopolitics? Let’s start with the president’s declining approval numbers and public posture on issues like Greenland, Venezuela, and global conflict — and then moves into a deeper examination of strategy, narcissism, communication, and disruption in a rapidly shifting world order. This episode covers: • What recent polling says about Trump’s approval, issue performance, and electoral impact • Why Greenland, the Arctic, and Venezuela matter geopolitically — beyond the headlines • A Machiavellian interpretation of Trump’s leadership and use of confusion • The role of narcissism, legacy, and grievance in presidential decision-making • Whether confusion has become America’s greatest strategic liability • Early forecasts for the 2026 midterm elections and emerging voter issues Do traditional political frameworks still apply in a multipolar world, where elite consensus is fracturing, global alliances are shifting, and voters may soon be driven by issues that barely registered just a few years ago? As always, this conversation is rooted in real numbers, real trends, and real analysis — not ideology. What do you think is driving the president’s behavior: strategy, temperament, or something else entirely? Join the conversation in the comments. Read a transcript of this episode > John Zogby Strategies · Did the President Breakdown at Davos or Break Davos? – 01.23.26 The post Did the President Breakdown at Davos or Break Davos? – 01.23.26 appeared first on John Zogby Strategies.
