The prospect of a second Trump presidency gives rise to a fundamental question: if a politician advocates policies that you find attractive, does it matter if he’s a disgusting human being?

Donald Trump is a liar, a cheat and a fraud. He treats the law with contempt. His wealth is rooted in his father’s money, which rescued him from serial failures. His businesses have filed for bankruptcy six times. He’s failed at casinos, airlines, football, education, publishing, steaks and vodka. His bilking of suppliers, tradespeople, blue-collar workers and small businesses is well documented.