Donald Trump and the GOP’s crazy uncle problem

Published June 18, 2015 10:52am ET



The last time a billionaire ran for president, he warned about the “crazy aunt in the basement.” That was Ross Perot’s favorite euphemism for a problem the country refused to face. Donald Trump is challenging the Republican Party to confront its crazy uncle.

Everyone has a family member or longtime acquaintance who is loud, crass and opinionated. This person has some good ideas, mixed with arguments that would be perfectly defensible if expressed more tactfully plus some views that are prejudiced or just downright crazy.

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