GOP voters are playing right into Trump’s scheme: CBS chief Les Moonves explains how the Donald’s cynical con job is working perfectly

GOP voters are playing right into Trump’s scheme: CBS chief Les Moonves explains how the Donald’s cynical con job is working perfectly

"The Republican presidential race is a media-driven circus, and circuses are good for business. “It may not be good for America, but it’s damn good for CBS,” Moonves said of the presidential campaign. Trump’s presence makes the whole spectacle unpredictable and entertaining, not unlike a reality show. “Most of the ads are not about issues,” Moonves added, “They’re sort of like the debates. Man, who would have expected the ride we’re all having right now?…The money’s rolling in and this is fun. I’ve never seen anything like this, and this is going to be a very good year for us. Sorry. It’s a terrible thing to say. But, bring it on, Donald. Keep going.” Moonves carried on a bit more about the surplus of advertising dollars “in the marketplace” due to Trump’s continued presence in the race. But the point is obvious enough. Trump is winning, and he’s made a mockery of the process along the way. As a TV man and professional charlatan, I expect Trump to behave like the swindler that he is, but the media’s complicity is a huge part of this story."