"Autocratic leaders rely on the creation of an illusion that they will be around forever, that’s how they create fear and obedience," @anneapplebaum.bsky.social told me. "We know that Putin and Xi have both had health issues too, and we have no knowledge of the details."

As I wrote in this CNN analysis, Trump's palpable frustration with scrutiny of his health — along with his attempt to convince people he's near-superhuman — mirrors the behavior of strongmen throughout history.

Thank you, Jesse 💙
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