• Cosmic Cleric@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Also, he got excessive attention due to his attire, which gave him a bigger audience for his political views.

    Not necessarily.

    People who disagree with his dress attire may not care to pay attention to his message/opinions (ex.: “This guy’s a joke, I’m not listening to him”).

    • Squirrel@thelemmy.club
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      1 year ago

      Those who dismiss him because of his attire would, most likely, not listen to him, regardless. It’s the others, who otherwise would know nothing of this man or his policies, who may be swayed in some way.