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Mitt Romney's 2012 GOP Nomination vs Trump's 2024 Lineup
At the 2012 Republican convention, Romney had Gingrich and Bush's support. In 2020, Trump's lineup with Kid Rock and wrestlers signals a return to his bellicose political style, embracing masculinity.
During Mitt Romney's Republican presidential nomination acceptance in 2012, he was endorsed by Newt Gingrich and Jeb Bush. In 2004, George W. Bush was supported by Gov. George Pataki of New York. In contrast, former President Donald Trump will have Kid Rock, Hulk Hogan, and the Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO preceding him, portraying a more overtly masculine image. This comes just five days after an assassination attempt on Trump, signaling a return to his bellicose political style. The shift towards traditional masculinity is a deliberate move to enhance Trump's strongman persona amid the #MeToo movement's influence, emphasizing a notable departure from the unity calls at the convention's outset.
Republican Nominations Over the Years
Comparing the endorsements received during the Republican presidential nomination acceptances of Mitt Romney in 2012, George W. Bush in 2004, and the upcoming appearance of Donald Trump.
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