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In reply to the discussion: Need a brief moment of joy? Obama and Trudeau dined together in Montreal tonight [View all]Caliman73
(11,767 posts)There is so much to read into that shot. Two younger men in powerful positions, looking so relaxed and casual. The eye contact and mannerisms show a confidence and mutual respect in both, like they are buddies, but also has an air of seriousness.
Whatever concerns I had with some of President Obama's policies, I always had a strong sense that he really cared about the welfare of all of the citizens he was working for and in general for all of the people on the planet. I get that same vibe from Trudeau.
Now, and I know this is biased, when you compare something like this photo, with anything taken with Trump in it, you can tell how fake and forced everything is with Trump. He has utter disdain for everyone but himself. There is never any joy in Trump's face, never any real emotion, just always a contempt and fear.