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Immigration,
Constitutional Law,
Civil Rights

Jul. 8, 2025

MAGA means 'misinformed about the greatness of America'

The MAGA movement's vision of American greatness is dangerously misguided, rejecting the very pillars -- immigration, innovation, global cooperation and science -- that have truly made America great.

William Rothbard

Email: Rothbard@FTCAdLaw.com

William Rothbard is a former attorney-advisor to the FTC chairman. He practices FTC advertising and marketing law in Los Angeles and has substantial experience litigating under the Federal Trade Commission Act. He may be reached at Rothbard@FTCAdLaw.com.

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MAGA means 'misinformed about the greatness of America'
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No political slogan has shaped American discourse quite like 'Make America Great Again,' better known as MAGA.

The slogan has become shorthand for the political ecosystem built by and around Donald Trump since he descended the golden escalator. MAGA World! Trump acolytes swear their allegiance to the man through their MAGA identity. A "fashion industry" has popped up around the phrase: MAGA T-shirts, keychains, even wrapping paper are all for sale at th...

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