RE: Michael Flynn, national security adviser, resigns over Russia contacts
February 17, 2017 at 7:53 am
(This post was last modified: February 17, 2017 at 7:57 am by John V.)
(February 17, 2017 at 7:10 am)Whateverist Wrote: Yes there is some variability involved but yes also much agreement about what the right things to focus on should be. However that doesn't mean you ask a politician what things they think the press should focus on. Nor is the right thing "right" because it serves some political end. The essential function of a free press is to provide accountability. That is exactly why Trump is so angry with the press. He resents being held accountable and has resisted this his whole life.The press only provides accountability if they're credible with the people. Today's press isn't. You've probably seen the polls.
Regarding Trump - he won, despite the MSM being mostly against him. I think it's more likely that he's playing them, than that he's really angry with them.
(February 17, 2017 at 6:27 am)alpha male Wrote: Sure this 'garbage' bothers you because you probably voted for the maniac and your better nature makes you squirm when you see just what an abomination you have visited upon us all. I don't think you should ignore it. You should hold yourself accountable.Maybe you haven't seen the polls. Why would I squirm over reports from sources that I don't trust?
(February 14, 2017 at 10:38 am)vorlon13 Wrote: gonna have to field some good candidates and win some races in 2018
IMO the left is setting itself up for no gains, and possibly losses, in 2018. By constantly opposing every word out of Trump's mouth, they're giving him an excuse if he doesn't produce. His base will blame the lack of production on the opposition and be energized.
Really, if the left wants to win in 2018, they should let it be business as usual. That way, if Trump doesn't produce, he doesn't have an excuse.
