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The Generation Presents: Global Voices, Episode 1: “The Strongman”

written by Sarah Wyman November 6, 2016

Donald Trump’s candidacy has redefined how presidential candidates should act and speak, running a campaign that has shocked many Americans. Trump’s huge base of support can be put into context by comparing him to another charismatic leader: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Listen to how the two polarizing figures share common ideals and strategies, understand how each has gained popular support, and consider the repercussions of each of their respective movements.

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Sarah Wyman is a fourth-year undergraduate student double majoring in Communications Studies and French. During her time at UCLA, she has worked as a project assistant for the Sustainable LA Grand Challenge, co-captained the UCLA Sailing Team, and served as a strategic planner for the Bruin Advertising and Marketing Team. Sarah is fluent in English, Swedish, and French and ultimately hopes to work with inter-cultural communication through digital media. In her spare time, Sarah is an avid reader, backpacker, and podcast listener.

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