It's true sociopaths have no guilt or remorse BUT public humiliation DOES BOTHER them. They are so self centered that the one thing that gets to them emotionally is to be embarrased in public. This is why prosecutors try to humiliate the accused that they think are sociopaths.
They are concerned about THEIR image. But again, they have no real emotions for others.
Hitler killed himself did he not? Rather than face public humiliation?
They may keep protestors out of his events because not only do they want to stagecraft the event but they may fear Bush would FLIP OUT in public if someone tried to humiliate him.
Remember how he wigged out during the first debate? They said he cannot handle that sort of thing.
http://home.datawest.net/esn-recovery/artcls/socio.htmProfile of a Sociopath:A number of mind-manipulating cult leaders may exhibit many of the behavioral characteristics of a sociopath--an outstanding ability to charm and seduce followers. Since they appear apparently normal, they are not easily recognizable as deviant or disturbed. Although only a trained professional can make a diagnosis, it is important to be able to recognize the personality type in order to avoid further abuse.
These traits also apply to a one-on-one cultic relationship. *Glibness/Superficial Charm*Manipulative and ConningThey never recognize the rights of others and see their self-serving behaviors permissible. They appear to be charming, yet are covertly hostile and domineering, seeing their victim as merely an instrument to be used. They dominate and humiliate their victims.
*Grandiose Sense of SelfFeels entitled to certain things as "their right." Craves adulation and attendance.
Must be the center of attention with their own fantasies as the "spokesman for God," "enlightened," "leader of humankind," etc. Creates an us-versus-them mentality *Pathological Lying*Lack of Remorse, Shame or GuiltThe end always justifies the means and they let nothing stand in their way.
*Shallow Emotions
*Incapacity for Love
While they talk about "God's love" they are unable to give or receive it. Since they do not believe in the genuineness of their followers' love, they are very harsh in testing it from their devotees and expect them to feel guilt for their failings. Expects unconditional surrender.
*Need for Stimulation Living on the edge, yet testing the beliefs of their followers with bizarre rules, punishments and behaviors. Verbal outbursts and physical punishments are normal.
*Callousness/Lack of EmpathyWhen devotees become aware of the exploitation it feels like a "spiritual rape" to them.
*Poor Behavioral Controls/Impulsive NatureRage and abuse, alternating with small expressions of love and approval produce an addictive cycle for abuser and abused, as well as creating hopelessness in the victim. Believe they are all-powerful, all-knowing, entitled to every wish, no sense of personal boundaries, no concern for their impact on others. The followers only see them as near perfect.
*Early Behavior Problems/Juvenile DelinquencyUsually has a history of behavioral and academic difficulties, yet "gets by" by conning others. Problems in making and keeping friends; aberrant behaviors such as cruelty to people or animals, stealing, etc.
*Irresponsibility/UnreliabilityNot concerned about wrecking others' lives and dreams. Oblivious or indifferent to the devastation they cause. Does not accept blame themselves, but blame their followers or others outside their group. Blame reinforces passivity and obedience and produces guilt, shame, terror and conformity in the followers.
*Promiscuous Sexual Behavior/InfidelityTotalist leaders frequently practice promiscuity, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual acting out of all sorts. This is usually kept hidden from all but the inner circle. Stringent sexual control of their followers, such as forced breakups and divorces, removal of children from parents, rules for dating, etc.
*Lack of Realistic Life Plan/Parasitic LifestyleTends to move around a lot or makes all encompassing promises for the future.
Many groups claim as their goal world-domination or other utopian promises. Great contrast between the leader's opulent lifestyle and the followers' impoverishment. Support by gifts and donations from the followers who are pressured to give through fear and guilt. Highly sensitive to their own pain and health.
*Criminal or Entrepreneurial VersatilityChanges their image and that of the group as needed to avoid prosecution and to increase income and to recruit a range of members. Is able to adapt or relocate as needed to preserve the group. Can resurface later with a new name, a new front group and a new twist on the scam.
Other Related Qualities:
Contemptuous of those who seek to understand them
Does not perceive that anything is wrong with them
Authoritarian
Secretive
Paranoid
Extreme narcissism and grandiose
May state readily that their goal is to rule the world