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In reply to the discussion: Quote of the Day...The Editorial Board, The NY Times....6-13-2018 [View all]olegramps
(8,200 posts)There were voices that spoke out but they were insignificant to the silence of the major TV networks where unfortunately the massive majority of citizens get their information. The most important aspect is the false equivalency policy that has been adopted by the TV media in which Republicans were granted a forum to spread outright lies without any challenge. Couple this with the dominance of the extreme right wing radio and FOX News and you have a formable enemy of truth. It is ironic that the monster that the Republicans created with their killing the Fairness Doctrine and unrestricted ownership of radio stations has made them a captive of their own doing. They are locked into a position in which they dare not diverse from their message of hatred leaving no room for compromise.