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Donald Trump’s been playing The Smiths at his rallies. What a loser

Donald Clarke: Johnny Marr’s disgusted at the misuse of his music. It’s just the latest example of politicians latching on to inappropriate tunes

At home to bellyaching: on reflection, there are connections between Trump’s speeches and Morrissey’s lyrical style. Photograph: Brian Rasic/Getty
At home to bellyaching: on reflection, there are connections between Trump’s speeches and Morrissey’s lyrical style. Photograph: Brian Rasic/Getty
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Donald Clarke
Sun Jan 28 2024 - 05:00 • 4 MIN READ

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