Another Washington Post Media Blunder
In a classic “both sides” media blunder, the Washington Post declares that a book about Republican delusions really describes all Americans. Honestly, no, it’s mostly about Republicans.
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What’s Wrong with the Washington Post?
Why do major US news media ignore the Russo-Ukraine War so badly? It’s probably the most important conflict of the decade. The Washington Post was the worst today, but they’re all terrible.
Dramatic News: Ukraine Defeating Russia
Wonderful, dramatic good news! After months of grueling artillery duels, Ukrainian forces are defeating Russia on every front.
Accurate Ukraine War Reporting from the Washington Post
Most American war coverage is terrible. Thankfully Washington Post Ukraine War reporting was a surprisingly accurate and helpful high-level summary of the balance of forces there. That’s refreshing. Kudos to Liz Sly.
Give Them the Historically Accurate 2nd Amendment
Another shooter guns down children by the dozen, and bloodless NRA Republicans gurgle out “thoughts and prayers.” Try getting historically accurate instead. You only get black powder muzzleloaders.
Media Competence with Liars, Suck-ups, Cowards, and Kevin McCarthy
We have a moment of honesty. Kevin McCarthy established he’s a bald liar. Here’s a test of basic media competence: will the press still repeat whatever he tells them? We get to find out if reporting is dead.
Daily Kos Still Posts the Best Ukraine Reporting
The major new media paint Putin as powerfully masculine; leaving Ukraine as passive, feminine Nell tied to the tracks. It’s a rehash of their Republican/Democrat disaster. The best Ukraine reporting is in Daily Kos.
Media Bias and Misinformation
Did you know that 37% of Americans say the US is losing jobs? In reality, job growth under Biden is high, and unemployment is historically low. We get our news from the media. If we’re misinformed, is that media bias?