Trump's 'Apocalypse Now' reference sparks outrage over misreading of iconic film by conservatives
President Donald Trump posted a meme on social media showing himself as Colonel Kurtz from the 1979 film Apocalypse Now, sparking criticism that his administration is plagued by misreading and misunderstanding of complex issues. The move has been likened to an 'epidemic' of misinformation among those on the right.
President Donald Trump posted a meme on his social media platform showing him as Colonel Kurtz from the 1979 film Apocalypse Now, sparking criticism that the right is misreading the quote and misunderstanding its implications. The reference to 'the horror, the horror' was likely intended to express empathy for veterans struggling with PTSD. However, some on the right have misinterpreted the phrase as a pro-war or nationalist statement. This incident highlights an ongoing epidemic of misreading and misinformation among Trump supporters.
