Flying_Donny on Nostr: Heather Cox Richardson cont.: Republicans set the terms of public debate, excusing ...

Heather Cox Richardson cont.: Republicans set the terms of public debate, excusing their own objectionable behavior while constantly attacking Democrats in a fiery display that attracts media attention but distorts reality.

The degree to which the media endorsed that abusive power dynamic today does not bode well for its accurate reporting during Trump’s upcoming term. It also leaves the public badly informed about matters that are important for understanding modern politics. (2/2)