I'm not as sanguine as the author, however I have been mostly relieved at how often Trump's very worst impulses are ignored or blocked by the other branches and bureaucracy.

The glaring exception is the GOP members of congress.  There was a chorus of "Not Fit!" from them prior to his nomination, then nearly every single one of them dropped to their yellow bellies and squirmed their way over to lick Trump's backside.  

Decidedly not a good sign.