Well, as an over-proud American I would have felt 'we' were better than that and would never vote for someone dangerously unqualified. Then along came Drulius Geezer. I am reminded of Spike Milligan's line for the Goons. "Old England isn't finished yet! It's finished.............
NOW!
It's important to note that the FAT EGO who was in office was not the cause, but a bit of effect. We can hope it's temporary, but then we have such contrasting current examples of political sagaciousness as the RNC,Progressives, and the Q.
At this point I still like the idea of a written Constitution and a very strong stomach for this side of the pond.

Of course your mileage may vary, and you DO have lots more mileage.