Again and again, @jonathanvswan challenged Trump to show basic humanity about the mounting toll on his watch, and to take responsibility for it.

Trump failed this most basic of tests.

That& #39;s the hidden reason this interview is so powerful.

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At one point, @jonathanvswan tried to access Trump& #39;s humanity through the portal of his narcissism.

By praising Trump& #39;s rally crowds, Swan hoped to induce him to recognize a responsibility to level with his supporters about the virus.

No such luck:

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There& #39;s a reason Trump& #39;s refusal to take responsibility for the mounting carnage is so unsettling.

The taking of responsibility is itself a way to show respect for the sick and the dead and the bereaved.

Trump is saying: This is the best we can do!

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