What needed to happen at the press conference --- maybe we can learn for next time

[Mira]

Mr. Trump disrespected the reporter from CNN - and then threatened him with removal should he ask a question in spite of being told by Trump not to.

The entire press corps should have stood up and left.

That's a way to deal with a bully.

[guillaumeb]

1. Recommended. Do you mean the 2018 press conference? eom

[Angry Dragon]

2. you are correct............ or not show up for his next one in 200 days

[raging moderate]

3. You are right! Operant conditioning.

Negative reinforcement. They show up. Trump & Company display inappropriate behavior. Everybody quietly stands up and leaves. No fusses because that might provide unwanted positive reinforcement through satisfaction of trouble-making desires.

[Mira]

4. That's what I envision!

I also hope this will happen

[wildeyed]

5. Trump needs the press more than they need him.

And anyone who has raised toddlers knows that is how to deal with a tantrum. Completely ignore them until it stops.

[Mira]

6. I've raised them

and it stops as they mature. Does not apply here. He does not like being ignored or belittled or made fun of.