A simple theory on how Putin got Trump to run and accept his help

[Pluvious]

1) The setup: Obama publicly ridicules Trump at WDCD,
specifically the absurdity of a reality show host leading our country.

Remember, the #1 thing that motivates The Donald is vengeance, to
hit back times ten. This trait defines him.

So, to first prove Obama wrong, and then UNDO all Obama's
achievements, becomes the ultimate dream fantasy. A festering
desire, burning but unachievable.

2) Putin knows this weakness of Trump, this trait primed to be exploited,
this desire to get back at Obama (whom Putin genuinely detests) crying
to be fulfilled.

So Putin offers a deal Trump can't possibly turn down. Donald prolly doesn't
really believe Russia has a ability to pull it off, but if he goes along with
the plan... What's the downside ?

At the very least, it will lead to a Trump Tower in Moscow and
endless supply of beautiful Russian hookers, and billions of $$$

The rest isn't just history, it will be an epic movie series.

I'm sure Oliver Stone is already working on the screenplay.

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

1. Trump had considered running for president for years before this,

so Obama's roast at the WHCD isn't what got him started. But it could have increased his motivation.