Alex explores the concept of the 'Mystery Box Presidency,' a political strategy that utilizes suspense and ambiguity to engage the public while diverting attention from concrete policies.
Drawing parallels between storytelling techniques in entertainment and political governance, Alex discusses the implications of this approach, including the risks of chaos, confusion, and erosion of accountability, warning against the pitfalls of treating governance like a theatrical performance.
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