Trump & Cruz

                Recently, Donald Trump has taken to making Ted Cruz the antagonist of his narrative. Even prior to Cruz’ win in Iowa, Trump has been working to shift the narrative to say that Cruz is not a legitimate candidate in the presidential race. First, Trump brought up the information regarding Cruz’ foreign-born American status, believing that he should not be able to run. Now, after the results of the Iowa caucus, Trump has moved to portraying Cruz as a liar. In the past 10 hours, Trump tweeted 10 times calling Cruz a liar due to rumors that Cruz’ campaign sent out false info claiming that Ben Carson has dropped out of the race. We can expect Trump to continue to single out Cruz as the race goes on.

                Trump has also worked on establishing his own narrative for the election season. He has been attempting to get the media to portray Trump as the anti-politician candidate. He constructs his lack of tact and respectfulness as a positive trait, claiming that the time for political correctness is over. As one of the only candidates that has not already held office, Trump is working to build up the idea that he will bring in a fresh perspective to the political system. Already known as the most brash candidate, Trump can use his narrative and public opinion to say more radical things on the campaign trail as it Is already expected of him.