Trinidad said, "Americans have always been known for their sense of humor, their ability to joke during a crisis, to laugh at themselves during trouble. The Vietnam War was unpopular ... because it was one war where the U.S. was not laughing."
According to Trinidad, Americans are known for their lightheartedness during crises, often using humor to cope with trouble. However, the Vietnam War stood out as an exception, as the U.S. did not display this typical behavior.