Trump Was Never a Successful Businessman

It's time we dispelled the greatest myth in American politics.

by Ben Cohen

Despite having lived in the US for over two decades now, I must confess to still finding American views on wealth and success confusing.

Broadly speaking, Brits do not revere the wealthy or believe they are inherently better than anyone else. Conspicuous consumption is frowned upon — even by the upper classes — and those who flaunt their wea…