Czech Republic Takes #1 Slot In New “Trumpability” Index

The European edition of the U.S. political server Politico has introduced the first “Trumpability Index” examining every country in Europe to see where Donald Trump might get elected. 

But those numbers, say the index authors, don’t tell the whole story:

“If you look at his most recognizable personal characteristics (arrogant and intolerant to the other side) and his signature policies (opposed to free trade and open borders for migrants)…Trumpism holds more appeal in the Old World.”

The index assessed 13 categories associated with Trump’s brand of politics including an adversarial approach to free media and an aggressive approach to slashing regulations. Countries were then evaluated on a scale of 1-10 depending on how they corresponded with each characteristic.

The Czech Republic made it to the top of the Trump chart, writes Politico:

“Like in the States, the dissatisfaction with traditional political parties…has created an opportunity. If someone like Donald Trump was to run for office, they would have a strong chance of being elected – and in fact, someone does. Andrej Babiš, who is likely to be elected prime minister in October.” 

Even the response Babiš gave to frequent Trump comparisons is Trumpian in nature, saying that “Trump has gone bankrupt several times … I [have] not.” 

These are the top ten EU countries where Trump would likely triumph: 

1. Czech Republic

2. Italy

3. Russia

4. Turkey

5. Hungary

6. Azerbaijan

7. Poland

8. Bulgaria

9. Malta

10. France and Great Britain