Fans of the Republican frontrunner are keenly aware of his faults, but when others point them out, it only deepens their loyalty.
Fear was a constant refrain. Even in their own country, many supporters said they don’t feel safe. Trump is the only person capable of steering the country in the right direction. If he isn’t scared of the backlash that words invite, he won’t be scared to stare down the enemy.
“Americans think the country is in crisis,” a participant identified as Jeff said. “I’m attracted to his persona because of what’s happening in the world, international affairs. He stands up there and he gives the image that he’s not going to put up with any crap.”
“The president is not making us feel safe,” another called out. “He wants to yell at us about gun control,” a third chimed in. “We have to protect ourselves!”
.. Luntz put it this way: “The more that you challenge them supporting him, the more people align themselves with him … They don’t like people attacking him, even more than they don’t like what he’s saying.”