President Donald Trump, often labeled as suffering from Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS), might react if the U.S. successfully wins the ongoing war in Iran. While many have been pessimistic about the war's outcomes, recent analyses suggest that the U.S. actions are effectively weakening the Iranian regime. The piece predicts various defenses the left might employ if Trump achieves a victory in this conflict.
1. Positive Signs in the War Efforts:
Recent assessments indicate that Trump’s military and economic actions against Iran are working. Reports highlight the effective blockade on Iranian oil exports, with Iran facing severe economic consequences, including high inflation and a declining GDP.
2. Anticipated Dismissal of Trump's Success:
Should the U.S. win the war, the left may claim that victory was unavoidable and that Trump's efforts were not pivotal. They might argue that Iran's regime was already on the brink of failure, similar to how they dismissed Reagan's contributions to the end of the Cold War.
3. Claims of Worsening Conditions:
Critics might assert that Trump’s approach has exacerbated the situation in Iran. They could argue that the previous Obama-Biden administration's strategy of engagement was more effective than Trump’s aggressive tactics.
4. Attributing Success to Larger Trends:
Just as some attributed the fall of communism in the Soviet Union to global democratic movements rather than Reagan's policies, the left may credit pro-democracy forces inside Iran with any U.S. victory. This would diminish the significance of Trump’s role.
5. Narrative of Regret:
There is a likelihood that some narratives will romanticize the Iranian regime, portraying life under it as better than under Trump. Claims might surface suggesting that Trump’s actions have worsened conditions for ordinary Iranians.
6. Concerns about Middle Eastern Stability:
If the U.S. emerges victorious, critics might argue that it leads to instability in the Middle East, echoing sentiments from the post-Cold War period. They may warn about global chaos as a consequence of weakening Iran.
7. Environmental Backlash:
As discussions about economic implications arise, some could argue that victory leading to lower oil prices will encourage fossil fuel consumption, which they contend is detrimental to combating climate change, viewing this as a further negative outcome of U.S. success in Iran.
The editorial concludes that if the U.S. wins the war against Iran, it will likely provoke a variety of defensive narratives from the left aimed at undermining Trump's accomplishment. The writers express hope that such debates will be an indication of U.S. success. This discussion reflects ongoing tensions in perception and interpretation of military and foreign policy successes across political divides.
https://issuesinsights.com/2026/09/01/how-would-tds-sufferers-explain-away-a-u-s-victory-in-iran/
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