The New York governor’s briefings are being hailed for ‘wisdom and competence’, while Trump picks fights with reporters
In the words of John C Maxwell, the distinguished bestselling author of inspirational books, a true leader “is one who knows the way, shows the way and goes the way.” As Donald Trump continues to bluster his way through daily Coronavirus briefings by picking fights with journalists and contradicting the advice of medical experts, the New York governor Andrew Cuomo is rising as an alternative guiding force for a nation in crisis – and the president’s staff are beginning to take notice.
Ostensibly, Cuomo’s nationally televised addresses are aimed at the almost 20 million residents of a state affected more than any other by the virus. But his “wisdom and competence”, according to former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci, is resonating in every corner of the United States, as well as providing leadership cues to Trump’s advisers.
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Source: US Politics - theguardian.com
