Do you have a theory about why Donald Trump lies even when he does NOT have to lie to look OK?
By The Horse
@TheHorse (225393)
Walnut Creek, California
March 20, 2025 4:04pm CST
Why does "president" Donald Trump lie even when he does not have to?
He has pretended to be almost a "scratch" golfer, even though he is really a 10 or 15 handicap golfer. Being a 10 handicap golfer is pretty good. Over 18 holes, I would probably be a 100 handicap golfer. I suck at golf.
In a recent interview, Trump claimed that the stock market was up 88 per cent during his first term.
In actuality, the stock market has done well under most presidents, with the possible exception of the Nixon/Ford/Carter years, and the Bush II years.
88 percent has never been reached, but the market has been up about 70 per cent under Obama (average of his two terms), and over 60 per cent during Trump's first term. I think it was up over 55 per cent under Biden as well.
Do you have friends who lie, even when they don't have to? I tend to "understate" my accomplishments. Why would someone lie about something they did not screw up?
https://www.barrons.com/livecoverage/trump-inauguration-day-news/card/how-the-stock-market-has-performed-under-each-president-since-eisenhower-SEFsrItoOUZUAwcHxNWY
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@celticeagle (173108)
• Boise, Idaho
20 Mar
A pathological liar lies like most people breathe. He lives in a narcissistic world all his own. Pathetic as it is he is one of the greatest liars I ever have seen in action. Yes, I have had friends who lied. Sometimes I wondered and wasn't sure. Did you see where Trump lied 12 times in his Congressional speech a few weeks ago? I think it is pretty pathetic when a man in his position has to lie when the truth would probably serve him better.
The stock exchange is iffy at best anyway. But, I think it has taken a large dive here recently and probably will again. People get scared and it affects it.
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@RasmaSandra (83878)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
20 Mar
Even if Trump were a frog he would still sit on a log and keep saying ribit ribit ribit
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@crossbones27 (50313)
• Mojave, California
20 Mar
That is a interesting thing. Everyone lies, We have our different reasons. Embarrassed, sad, to protect some one. but why do people lie when they do not have to? Tell the truth, you winning based on lies, oh maybe thats why they lie more. 
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@crossbones27 (50313)
• Mojave, California
21 Mar
@TheHorse I agree. People have their reasons, but most do not lie about important things that will ruin others life. This is what strikes me as odd,as half a nation let themselves be lied to and most are going to pay such a price, along with the people who knew.
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@TheHorse (225393)
• Walnut Creek, California
21 Mar
@crossbones27 It is still strange to me that some people have no morals. But I was "entitled" in that I knew I could get an education if I wanted one.
@sw8sincere (5554)
• Philippines
21 Mar
It’s wild when people exaggerate things that don’t even need exaggeration. I get why someone might lie to cover a mistake, but boosting something already decent just seems pointless. I’ve known people like that too—it’s almost like they can’t help themselves. Do you think it’s about ego, or is it just a habit?
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@sw8sincere (5554)
• Philippines
21 Mar
@TheHorse That makes a lot of sense. Sometimes, lying feels like a way for them to compensate or feel more important.
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@TheHorse (225393)
• Walnut Creek, California
21 Mar
@sw8sincere I suppose so. In this "incarnation," I have not felt a need to lie.
@snowy22315 (187728)
• United States
20 Mar
He's a pathological liar. He lies when the truth would work just as well. I hope those who voted for him are proud of their choice..
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@LeaPea2417 (37749)
• Toccoa, Georgia
21 Mar
I have a relative who lies to make herself look good.
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@wolfgirl569 (114471)
• Marion, Ohio
20 Mar
He just doesn't know what the truth is.
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@lovebuglena (45967)
• Staten Island, New York
21 Mar
Whether it’s Trump or someone else how do we know that what they say is actually the truth?
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Why lie when you don't have to? 
@LindaOHio (186538)
• United States
21 Mar
Who knows what goes on in his mind. I hope you have a good day.
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