The violent delights of UFC Freedom 250
On Sunday night, “Cage Fight at the White House” left the world of journalistic metaphor, with a real-life, few-holds-barred mixed martial arts competition on the South Lawn: UFC Freedom 250.
TL;DR
- UFC Freedom 250, a mixed martial arts competition, was held on the White House South Lawn.
- The event was criticized by figures like Bill Kristol for being vulgar, violent, and commercial, and for 'defiling D.C.'.
- The author views Trump's actions as a way of reducing the traditional grandeur and mystique of the presidency.
- Historically, there have been debates about the appropriate level of awe and reverence for the presidential office.