Yesterday I had an encounter with “Ralph,” an anti-Trump commentator at the Power Line blog. Ralph claimed to be a formerly enthusiastic Trump supporter who had voted for Trump twice, even campaigning for him. Now, however, he realizes that Trump is a radical, “only out for himself, who will make the Republican Party unrecognizable, abandon Israel in favor of the PLO,” and become “similar to the Democrats.”
This morning while shaving it came to me: Ralph is a “concern” troll, either a Democrat or RINO operative whose goal is to sow doubt among the faithful. If he presented himself in his true light, no one would listen; but if he claimed to be a former strong Trump supporter, people might give him an ear. He might crack their loyalty or belief in Trump’s candidacy, weakening Republican chances in 2024.
Concern trolls are not new. We discussed them a lot when Bush was running for president. You will see more of them in the comments section of conservative blogs where they try to undermine Republican resolve. Watch out and beware!
