Frankly, I'm not tracking what you're saying here. I agree that a problem person is a problem person, regardless of their political leaning, but don't see where the "fake news" comment is coming from.
"Fake news" was not the best term. "Constant outrage" is probably better. I come her for scholarly facts, not the newest AJ or DB quote.
Hard times make strong men
Strong men create good times
Good times create weak men
Weak men create hard times