Trump’s recent trip to Europe prompted Europeans to again ask the question, “How could you elect this man to be your leader.” I think the answer is that Trump made people comfortable with being selfish and mean.

When the American voters elected a narcissist who valued money, power and demeaning people above all else, they made these values mainstream. Admirers of Trump, including many so-called Christians, could embrace these values and feel good about themselves because, after all, they were on the winning team. They no longer have to pretend that integrity, decency, honesty, compassion and other Christian values are important.

The church leaders haven’t been totally silent. Pope Leo strongly questioned Trump’s treatment of immigrants. Rev. Gabriel Salguero and the Episcopal Bishop of W

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