Why Trumpism May Fail In Europe

Many believed that Donald Trump's victory would be positive for candidates in Europe who were selling his brand of populism.  The opposite may be true.  Trump has created another kind of reaction in several European nations.  His clownish behavior since taking office has made him very unpopular in Europe where he is often the subject of comedy shows.  The reporting on Russian cyber attacks and the use of fake news sites by Russia in the US has also taught politicians and governments in Europe how to deal with them.  Trump's victory may have made it easier for the center in Europe to holds its ground.