>>1712654 (l/b)
DJT uses flattery to great effect. He uses lavish praise to flatter the targets of his deals until they are eating out of his hand and would do anything for him. He makes them feel like they're his new best friend. Remember how Macron was transfixed by Trump? It's very clever and very manipulative. He plays on their deep seated insecurities and need to feel liked. Stuffs them so full of carrots that by the time he gets out the stick they barely notice the thwack on their backsides!