The implacable media-political establishment went right to work in building their version of the wall” - to insulate the power establishment from usurpation by “ deplorables” - the ignorant unwashed in fly over country who just don't appreciate their superior US and world view and right to rule
I think he vastly underestimated the hostility and irrational hatred he faced in DC , which outweighs any spirit or intent of “ public service” among elected and unelected elites
You tell him!