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    How UFC explains USA

    enJune 21, 2024

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    • UFC and TrumpDonald Trump's appearance at a UFC fight after his conviction demonstrated his ongoing connection to the league and its fanbase, showcasing the energetic and predominantly young male demographic that the UFC attracts.

      Donald Trump's relationship with the UFC and its fanbase is a significant aspect of understanding his connection with his base and certain aspects of American culture, such as John Wick and football. Trump's appearance at a UFC fight after his conviction on felony counts showcased his continued support and relationship with the league. UFC events are characterized by their loud, energetic atmosphere, predominantly attracting young male fans. The league has seen significant growth, with estimates putting its worth in the $10 billion range, and has expanded its reach to various parts of the world. Originating in Denver in 1993, the UFC began as a platform for various combatants to showcase their skills, with Gracie Jiu Jitsu being the initial focus. Today, it has evolved into a global phenomenon, embodying the raw energy and excitement that its fans love.

    • Gracie Family and UFCThe Gracie family revolutionized Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and gained notoriety through early UFC events, but it wasn't until Dana White's involvement that the UFC gained mainstream acceptance and success through television exposure

      The Gracie family played a pivotal role in the development and popularity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. They adapted the martial art to make it effective for anyone, regardless of size, and sent out a smaller member, Helio Gracie, to demonstrate its dominance. However, early UFC events, which showcased this brutal and unsanctioned form of combat, gained notoriety and were often shut down. It wasn't until 2001 when casino magnates Dana White, Lorenzo, and Frank Fertita bought the UFC and brought it to television through reality shows that it gained mainstream acceptance and success. Dana White, a Boston native, played a crucial role in ushering the UFC into the modern age.

    • MMA promotion by Dana WhiteDana White's passion and promotion efforts made MMA popular and culturally significant in America, influencing pop culture through movies, celebrities, and sports coaches.

      Dana White's passion for mixed martial arts (MMA) and his relentless promotion of the UFC played a significant role in making MMA popular and culturally significant in America. White, a ferocious competitor and real fight fan, went to great lengths to promote the UFC product, even making controversial statements and presenting himself in a brash way that differentiated him from other sports figures at the time. His efforts paid off, with MMA influencing pop culture through movies, celebrities, and even sports coaches. The improved fight scenes in movies and the skewing of the audience towards a younger, male demographic are just a few examples of the UFC's impact. White's vision and determination brought MMA into the mainstream and created larger-than-life figures that continue to shape our understanding of apex human battle.

    • Transparency and Affordability in BusinessVisible Wireless offers unlimited 5G data for $25 a month with no hidden fees or annual contracts, while comedians Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton save listeners' time and energy by sharing insights and humor about famous books. Trump's business acumen and loyalty helped the UFC thrive by hosting events and endorsing it publicly.

      Transparency and affordability are key values for Visible, a wireless company that offers unlimited 5G data for just $25 a month with no hidden fees or annual contracts. Meanwhile, in the world of celebrity memoirs, two comedians, Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton, share their insights and humor about famous books, saving listeners' time and energy. In the realm of mixed martial arts, Trump's relationship with UFC began in 2001 when he hosted events to help the struggling organization. Trump's support continued throughout the years, leading to his public endorsement during the 2016 Republican National Convention. Trump's business acumen and loyalty to friends were highlighted in the speech, emphasizing his role in bringing the UFC out of obscurity and helping it thrive. Overall, transparency, affordability, and loyalty are themes that resonate in various contexts, from wireless services to celebrity friendships and sports businesses.

    • Trump-UFC relationshipThe UFC's relationship with Trump is rooted in mutual business interests and political alignment, with Trump's presidency leading to increased appearances at UFC events and the UFC leveraging Trump's pro-business stance to preserve their regulatory capture.

      The relationship between Donald Trump and the UFC, particularly Dana White, began early in Trump's presidential campaign with White expressing support for Trump as a businessman. Trump's presidency led to increased appearances at UFC events, with the UFC leveraging Trump's pro-business stance to preserve their regulatory capture in the mixed martial arts industry. The UFC's politics are generally right-leaning due to the individual nature of combat sports and themes of dominance and violence that align with certain far-right political agendas. Trump's appearances at UFC events can be seen as campaign stops, further solidifying the relationship between the two.

    • UFC's political influenceThe UFC's tolerance of conservative and sometimes bigoted views from fighters like Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal could help galvanize young male voters, particularly young Latino and black men, and serve as a roadmap for conservatives to connect with this demographic in the future.

      The UFC and its fighters have become a platform for conservatives to appeal to counterculture audiences. Fighters like Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal openly express conservative and sometimes bigoted views, which Dana White, the UFC president, tolerates. This approach has the potential to galvanize young male voters, particularly young Latino and black men, who might be vaguely conservative but generally apolitical. While it's unlikely that the UFC will sway the election on its own, it could serve as a roadmap for conservatives to make gains and connect with this demographic in the future. The UFC's approach to free speech and the politics of some of its fighters make it a significant player in the political landscape.

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