Renowned psychologist and author Dr. Jordan B. Peterson recently shared his positive perspective on President Donald Trump's second term in an interview with Fox News Digital. He observed that the president appears to have grown both more resilient and grounded following a recent assassination attempt.
Peterson, known for his critical stance on woke ideology, expressed cautious optimism about the Trump administration's current direction. He noted being impressed by the delegation of significant responsibilities to prominent figures like Elon Musk, who has been entrusted with streamlining federal spending. Peterson lauded Musk's experience in organizational reform, referencing his restructuring of Twitter (now X) as an example of his capabilities.
He further expressed approval of Trump's willingness to share the political stage with other influential voices, including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Vice President JD Vance. This collaborative approach, Peterson suggests, signifies a shift from Trump's previous tendency to dominate the spotlight.
Peterson specifically commended Trump's executive order restricting federal funding for gender-affirming care for minors, a policy he considers a crucial step in countering what he terms "radical leftist postmodernist neo-Marxist ideology" within the scientific community.
While acknowledging legal challenges to the executive order, Peterson reiterated his support for the president's efforts. He also highlighted the impact of the assassination attempt on Trump, suggesting it has contributed to a more seasoned and thoughtful leadership style. The incident, where a bullet grazed Trump's ear during a campaign rally, resulted in the death of Corey Comperatore, a former fire chief who shielded his family from the gunfire. Peterson previously attributed Trump's re-election to the inherent goodness of the American people.
Peterson's comments were made during the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) Conference in London, an organization he co-founded to foster dialogue between traditional conservatives and classical liberals. He described ARC as a burgeoning global movement aimed at unifying these groups on fundamental cultural principles.
