...a good rule is to remember that politicians are not our friends
Never. I've said this before in here, but the time when the rare politician, here and there, could inspire, do things for the long term with a clear plan, that fought to change things socially, for his people, transform society for the better, instead of working only for his wallet, votes and ego, are over and done with.
P.S.: I don't think anyone will mistake The Orange Abomination for Santa Claus, that would be plain stupid, just like those who believe the Dumbocrats deserved a second term in office, after all the damage they caused and created.