Stephen Hawking, probably the most prominent scientist alive, is struggling to understand why real estate mogul Donald Trump is popular among American voters in his 2016 presidential campaign.
The genius who has been in search of a theory of everything (ToE), said in a Tuesday interview with ITV’s “Good Morning Britain” show that he “can’t” explain Trump’s popularity.
His comment was in response to a question on if his knowledge of the universe meant he could explain why the real estate tycoon is gaining success in his campaign.
“He is a demagogue who seems to appeal to the lowest common denominator,” Hawking said through the computer system operated with his cheek.
On Brexit
The English theoretical physicist and cosmologist also appeared as a staunch supporter of remaining in the EU.
“We need to be part of a larger group of nations, both for our security, and our trade,” Hawking said. “The possibility of our leaving the EU has already led to a…