A Very Stable Genius reveals a US president ignorant of geography who struggled to read constitution

Summary

A new book, A Very Stable Genius by Philip Rucker and Carol Leonnig, reveals Donald Trump’s ignorance on key historical and geopolitical issues.

During a 2017 visit to the USS Arizona Memorial, Trump reportedly asked, “What’s this all about?” showing a lack of understanding of Pearl Harbor.

The book also details Trump’s confusion over India’s border with China, his eagerness to meet Vladimir Putin before taking office, and his frustration with anti-bribery laws.

The authors claim their findings are based on extensive interviews and documents.

  • @[email protected]
    20•2 days ago

    Our Army manned the air, it rammed the ramparts, it took over the airports, it did everything it had to do, and at Fort McHenry, under the rocket’s red glare it had nothing but victory.

    Trump speaking about the Revolutionary War. I’m supposed to be surprised he doesn’t “get” Pearl Harbour?

    • @[email protected]
      2•1 day ago

      We dominated the air in the revolutionary war for sure, but it was mainly because Britain didn’t have any airports.