Why Our Commander-in-Chief is Incapable of Good Leadership

Editor’s Note: Variants of this article appeared in the author’s hometown newspaper, the Tampa Bay Times, and elsewhere. – GDM

Tragically, Donald Trump is incapable of providing good leadership for our Armed Forces and has proven it time and again. I have published, spoken, and taught leadership principles for over four decades. Here is why I am certain of my opinion. There are two primary components of good leadership: competence and caring. Tragically, America’s once and again chief executive is a clear failure on both counts. His handling of the COVID pandemic during his first administration provides illumination.

Many have heard it before, but it bears repeating often. This president is an obvious narcissist. Narcissists lack empathy. Empathy is the key character trait of all good le