Are politicians happy or just faking it for the camera?

Psychology writer·New Zealand Listener·

13 May, 2025 06:00 PM4 mins to read

Fake optimist? President Donald Trump. Photo / Getty Images

Fake optimist? President Donald Trump. Photo / Getty Images

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