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Psychological Analysis: Retweet of Messianic Praise

This post is one in a series of retweets from supporters on May 21, 2015, during Trump's pre-announcement flirtation with a presidential run. He amplifies a follower's claim that "He is the only one who could save us!!" — messianic/savior framing that Trump selects and broadcasts without commentary.

Pattern Context

This is the fifth in a rapid sequence of retweeted praise, all curated to build momentum toward an anticipated candidacy announcement. The series escalates: "best," "brave," "fearless," and now "the only one who could save us." The curation pattern reveals deliberate narcissistic supply harvesting.

Authorship

Posted at 5:28 AM ET (Trump likely in NYC). Early morning timing and the rapid retweet-storm pattern are consistent with authentic Trump behavior — scrolling mentions and amplifying flattery.

Psychological Significance

The selection of this particular retweet is notable for its savior/messianic framing. Trump doesn't merely retweet praise of his business acumen or courage — he amplifies the claim that he alone can "save" the country. This foreshadows the "I alone can fix it" rhetoric of his 2016 convention speech.