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ShazzieB

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22. Oh, yes, I believe The Apprentice was a key factor in launching his political career.

Sat Apr 4, 2026, 02:59 PM

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The producers of that show unwittingly created a monster who was able to march into the 2016 primaries with a built in fan base who were primed to believe he was a brilliant businessman and all around great guy. *sigh*

I hope somebody writes a book someday, analyzing how that stupid reality show set him up for political success. I don't think it's gotten nearly the attention it deserves as a factor in his rise to power.

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Oh, yes, I believe The Apprentice was a key factor in launching his political career. ShazzieB Saturday #22

I remember when that show was on. Diamond_Dog Saturday #28

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