Trump's idea of "architecture" is a building that copies "time honored" designs (like every architect in Fountainhead except Roark) and then adds one feature that makes it different, a big ugly Trump sign.
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Anyone else think that Trump skipped reading the Fountainhead, and his knowledge of it is based on the film?

I see Trump as more of an Elistor Toohey.

Trump is like Roark in some ways, but like Peter Keating in more ways than he is like Roark.

Trump is more like construction's version of Dr. Stadler. He is excellent when it comes to architecture, both buildings and golf courses, but morally he has gone off track, particularly with regard to his use of cronyism and eminent domain.

I liked the article. I'm curious why it contrasts Roark with Wynand instead of Keating. The article says Wynand does not crave the adulation of the mob and Trump does. Keating clearly does crave attention of any kind. Even when he walks past the guy mopping the floor he wants to see some reaction, any reaction.

Trump is a million miles from Roark. He is profoundly amoral and opportunistic. Every few things he says are highly statist and irresponsible.

Voters should be used to being treated like idiots. Unfortunately many voters ARE idiots. I read that interview by Kirsten Powers and while I was pleased to see Trump reference The Fountainhead I thought he either didn't comprehend it or is delusional to think he is like Rourke. Trump has admitted to buying politicians and making deals to get things done. Keating maybe but not Rourke.