by Daniel Estes
First published 2020
The Trump lives high above the nation, plotting his next move against America and its people. Like his green predecessor who despised Christmas cheer, this orange antagonist schemes to disrupt the country's traditions and values. Written in classic Seussian verse, the story follows The Trump through four years of White House antics as he attempts to steal away the spirit of the nation. Citizens below carry on despite his efforts, maintaining their communities and beliefs. The tale captures the tension between those who seek to divide and those who choose to unite. At its heart, this political parody explores whether a single figure can truly destroy what people hold dear, or if the collective spirit of a community proves stronger than any individual's destructive impulses.
Genres: american, 21st-century, political-thriller
Vibes: satirical, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: political-commentary, social-commentary
Setting: America, White House
Period: 2017-2021
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