Israeli officials seizing AP equipment and taking down live shots of northern Gaza, citing a new media law, is a clear violation of press freedom. The excuse of “harming the security of the state” seems like a weak attempt to justify blatant censorship. It’s disheartening to see a respected news organization like The Associated Press being targeted in this way. The role of the media is to report on events without bias or censorship, and by stifling their coverage, Israel is only damaging its own reputation.
The fact that AP already adheres to Israel’s military censorship rules, which prohibit broadcasts of certain details, shows their willingness to cooperate.… Continue reading
We Are Normalizing Trump. Again.
As a liberal voter in Vermont who voted for Biden and will do so again, I have never once “normalized” Trump. It’s appalled me to see the media continuously give him a platform, even after his presidency ended. The media has been whoring themselves to this idiot since 2015, and they are doing it again.
When I read the headline “We Are Normalizing Trump. Again.”, I asked myself who this “we” is. Is it the general public? Is it the journalists? It’s clear from the comments that many people are frustrated with the media’s obsession with Trump.… Continue reading
Donald Trump ‘Slurring’ Words Again at Rally Sparks Speculation
As I watched Donald Trump deliver yet another speech, I couldn’t help but notice the slurred words coming out of his mouth. It’s not the first time I’ve heard him stumble over his words, but this time it seemed more pronounced. And I’m not the only one who has noticed.
The comments and speculation surrounding Trump’s slurred speech have been pouring in. Some attribute it to his alleged dementia, while others believe it’s a result of his grueling schedule and the stress of the upcoming election. The commentary ranges from concern to mockery, but one thing is clear: Trump’s slurred speech is becoming a topic of discussion.… Continue reading
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