MAGA’s 2016 campaign was unclear about America's greatness, but by 2020, it was obvious: greatness started on Jan. 20, 2017, and ended four years later, with a slogan upgrade to "Make America Great Once Again."
North Carolina’s Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson dubbed Trump “the Braveheart of our time,” showing just how much Trump fans love a dramatic, historical comparison.
Republicans now call Democrats elitists and claim to be the workers' party, sounding more like union reps than old-school GOP.
Post-assassination attempt, the convention painted Trump as a divine tool, spirit of the age, and history’s action hero.
Speakers portrayed Trump as a softer figure: loyal friend, caring boss, family man, with kids and grandkids proving his 78 years are an asset, not a liability.
Trump’s acceptance speech highlighted "sacrifice" for “our American ancestors,” with fans describing his political career as risking everything for sheer patriotism.
Trump liked "Trumpster," a quirky term of endearment, while “Trumpist,” “Trumpite,” and “Trumpamania” captured the fan frenzy.