You have been confronted by a powerful bully. His initial onslaught inflicts painful damage, but you refuse to yield. You stand fast.
Then the bully threatens more punishment unless you give him what he professes to want. What can you do?
Simple. You negotiate. After all, the bully has fashioned himself as a master negotiator. He even published a book entitled “The Art of the Deal.” Not to worry. In this instance, you have a secret weapon: time.
This bully has an unalterable shelf life. He will be out of here in less than two years.
Your strategy is clear. Offer up a couple of meaningless concessions and promise to negotiate the key issues in two months. Stall and repeat. No deal.
The bully will no longer be a factor by the end of 2028. Unless he suspends the Constitution and declares martial law. Ouch.