Summary
President Trump often uses the phrase "common sense" in his political messaging. This term has been part of American political language since the country's founding and is used by several politicians to appeal to a broad audience. Trump's use of this phrase is notable for its populist appeal and contrasts with more academic approaches.
Key Facts
- President Trump uses the term "common sense" frequently in his political statements.
- He recommended pregnant women avoid Tylenol, saying he is a man of "common sense."
- The White House used "common sense" to justify positions during a government shutdown.
- The term "common sense" dates back to Thomas Paine's 1776 pamphlet advocating for independence from British rule.
- Trump's use of "common sense" targets rural and older voters, appealing to a notion of a simpler past.
- Other politicians, including Democrats like Barack Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have used the phrase to describe their policy proposals.
- The phrase suggests that certain policies are not extreme and appeal to common people.
